Tickets

Get ready to celebrate! Purdue University’s commencement ceremonies are ticketed events to ensure every graduate has the opportunity to be celebrated. Secure tickets for guests, review Purdue’s ticket policy and discover available options to ensure everyone can be a part of this moment.

Graduates and their families watching graduation inside Elliott Hall of Music

Important Reminders

  • Tickets are free and issued electronically.
  • Selling or reproducing tickets violates university policy.
  • Every guest must have a ticket to enter the ceremony.
  • Graduates do not need a ticket. 
  • Livestream access is available for anyone unable to attend in person. 

Guest Tickets

Each candidate planning to participate in commencement is guaranteed up to four guest tickets at no charge. All guests, including children, must have a ticket to enter the venue — this ensures compliance with fire safety codes.

Key details:

  • Tickets are free and not for sale. 
  • Graduates don’t need a ticket. 
  • Spring commencement: Additional tickets cannot be granted due to venue capacity limits. 
  • Winter and summer commencement: Depending on anticipated attendance, the option to request additional tickets may be available, as communicated by the Office of the Registrar. Requested amounts are not guaranteed. 
  • Tickets are sent to your @purdue.edu email during the week of the ceremony. 
  • Purdue uses mobile ticketing. Each ticket is unique and traceable. They may not be sold, transferred for profit or copied. 
  • Any attempt to sell or duplicate tickets will be reported to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities and may result in disciplinary action, including the reallocation of tickets. 

Requesting Tickets

To request your tickets: 

  • Visit your myPurdue portal. 
  • Open the Commencement Task List once it becomes available (review Your Commencement Timeline for key dates). 
  • Indicate how many guest tickets you are requesting — up to four. 
  • Watch your @purdue.edu inbox the week of your ceremony for an email from Ticketmaster with a link to download your tickets. 

Accessibility and Special Seating

We want every Boilermaker and guest to experience the celebration comfortably. Accessible seating is available by reservation only on the main floor of Elliott Hall of Music. This venue does not have elevators. 

If you or your guests require assistance — including accessible seating, audio enhancement or other accommodations — please submit an Accessibility Request Form so that we may prepare and connect ahead of the ceremony.

Submit your request

Livestream and Overflow Seating

Even if your guests can’t participate in person, they can still be part of the celebration.

Livestream

All commencement ceremonies will be livestreamed on YouTube. Each division will have a unique video.

Overflow Seating (Spring Ceremonies Only)

For guests without tickets to spring commencement ceremonies, Eliza Fowler Hall in Stewart Center will offer a livestream viewing area on a first-come, first-served basis.

Ticket Troubleshooting

If you or your guests have difficulty accessing tickets, please contact the Box Office at Elliott Hall of Music for assistance at 765-494-3933.