146th Commencement Exercises
North Carolina Central University’s (NCCU) 146th Commencement Exercises will be held in the McDougald-McLendon Arena.
All ceremonies will be streamed on NCCU's YouTube Channel and the university’s website.
146th Commencement Exercises
Commencement Dates
Friday, December 12, 2025, at 9 a.m., at 9 a.m. for graduate, professional, and doctoral students
Friday, December 12, 2025, at 2 p.m., at 2 p.m. for all undergraduate students
Congratulations on your candidacy for graduation! Please check out the graduation checklist and FAQs to help you prepare for a memorable event.
All attendees of the 146th Commencement Exercises must adhere to the Department of Athletics’ clear bag policy. All permissible bags will be checked upon entry into the arena. All bags must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and less than 12" x 12"x 6" — exceptions will be made for medical and baby needs. Small wristlets/clutches (less than 4.5" x 6.5" x 1") with or without a strap are permitted.
146th Commencement Exercises: Highlights
Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremonies
The Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremonies for baccalaureate, graduate, and professional students will take place at the McDougald-McLendon Arena on Friday, December 12, 2025.
Ceremony Schedule
Friday, December 12, 2025
- 9 a.m. – Graduate, professional, and doctoral students
- 2 p.m. – All undergraduate students
Note: Graduates are expected to arrive on time and adhere to all commencement protocols.
Simulcast Viewing Sites for the Ceremonies:
- NCCU Student Center (500 Nelson St.)
- Nursing Building Auditorium (1402 S. Alston Ave.)
- Miller-Morgan Health Sciences Building Auditorium (530 Nelson St.)
- H.M. Michaux Jr. School of Education Building Auditorium (700 Cecil St.)
- Albert L. Turner Law Building, Room 100 (640 Nelson St.)
News and Updates
Events for Graduating Students
New Alumni Fall Pinning Ceremony
- When: Sunday, December 7, 2025
- Where: NCCU Student Center
- Attire: Maroon and gray or black professional attire
If you plan to attend, RSVP by November 30, 2025.
RSVP for the Fall Pinning Ceremony
If you have any questions or need accommodations, contact Sharrah Wortham at [email protected] or 919-530-7517.
Chancellor Karen G. Dixon cordially invites you to attend:
Chancellor's Reception for Graduating Students and their Families
- When: Thursday, December 11, 2025, 3–5 p.m.
- Where: NCCU Student Center
ADA Accessible Seating for Commencement Guests and Students
Guests requiring wheelchairs or mobility-accessible seating should proceed to the lower level of the Commencement Arena. Upon arrival, guests should scan their admission ticket and inform the nearest security officer that accessible seating is needed. Accessible seating is located behind the graduate seating section and is available on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached.
Note: Please be aware that NCCU does not provide wheelchairs or mobility assistance.
Due to limited space, only one companion may accompany each guest in the accessible seating area. Additional members of the party may be seated in the general seating areas. If the ADA seating area reaches capacity, guests with accommodations may be relocated to a designated virtual viewing area.
For guests with limited mobility who are able to navigate a few steps, additional reserved seating is available on the upper level. These seats are also first-come, first-served and may offer a wider view of the ceremony.
If any guest requires a special accommodation other than accessible seating, please email [email protected] in advance so that we can assist. Captioning for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for all ceremonies.
Students participating in Commencement who require any type of accommodation should contact Student Accessibility Services at [email protected] or 919-530-6325, no later than November 28, 2025, to ensure appropriate arrangements can be made.