Commencement 2023 Ceremony

Graduates and candidates need to arrive at the Alamodome between 7:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.

Parking lots B, & C are available for parking during the San Antonio College Commencement.  Lots B & C can be accessed from the southbound lane of Cherry Street between Montana St. and César E. Chávez Blvd.

Parking lot A is accessible parking for guests with disabilities.

Lot A can be accessed via the northbound I-37 access road, between César E. Chávez Blvd. and Montana Street.

• Be prepared for extensive walking. It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear.
• Leave valuable (purses, etc.) with family or friends. There will not be a place to secure valuables.  Click HERE for Alamodome security guidelines. 

Parking lots B, & C are available for parking during the San Antonio College Commencement.
Lots B & C can be accessed from the southbound lane of Cherry Street between Montana St. and César E. Chávez Blvd.

Parking lot A is accessible parking for guests with disabilities.
Lot A can be accessed via the northbound I-37 access road, between César E. Chávez Blvd. and Montana Street.

• Be prepared for extensive walking. It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear.
• Click HERE for Alamodome security guidelines. 

Alamodome Parking Fee: $20.00 per car

Methods of payment accepted: credit cards
Cardholder must present valid identification for all credit card transactions.
No cash or check accepted as method of payment. 

Graduates and candidates please proceed to the SOUTH end of the Alamodome and enter through the Loading Dock entrance.  Metal detectors will be used for your safety. In addition, bags will be searched prior to entering the facility.

• Once you enter the Alamodome, there will be personnel directing you to the appropriate check in station. The check in stations will be inside the Alamodome behind the stage.
• Immediately proceed to the check in station to pick up your name card.
• Once you have checked in and have your name card in hand, please proceed to the seated waiting area behind the stage until you are called to lineup for the procession.
• All names will be called. When you are called to the backstage area, please be sure to bring your name card with you.
• As soon as you come off the stage, there will be Flash Photography to take your picture.
• Following this, you will be directed back to your seat.
• Students are required to remain in their seats throughout the entire ceremony. The ceremony will last approximately 2 - 2.5 hours.

Public access to the Alamodome begins at 8:00a.m.  Guests should proceed to the north end of the Alamodome to enter through the main entrance.  Please inform your guests that they will not be able to reserve seats. Seats are available to everyone on a first-come-first-served basis. The ceremony will begin promptly at 9:30a.m.

Degree candidates who need accommodations to participate in their Commencement Ceremony, are asked to send an email to sac-grad@alamo.edu to discuss accommodation possibilities with the appropriate Commencement Staff.

Click HERE for Alamodome Accessibility/ADA services and parking information. 

• Parking lot A is accessible parking for guests with disabilities.
  Lot A can be accessed via the northbound I-37 access road, between César E. Chávez Blvd. and Montana Street.
• Parking is available on a first-come, first-served bases for vehicles with a valid State issued placard (blue or red) or license plate.
• Be prepared for extensive walking. It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear.