Preparing for Graduation
Commencement at Boston College
Hotel Reservations
This list of Boston area hotels and accommodations provides a start on finding a place to stay for Commencement weekend. We recommend that you make reservations early and guarantee your reservation. You may prefer to make your reservation through Central Reservation Service 617-569-3800 or 800-332-3026. You may conduct your own search through Google, Yahoo, SearchBoston.com or the Boston Convention and Visitors' Bureau at (888)SEEBOSTON or www.bostonusa.com.
Graduation Clearance Process
Students should visit the Student Services website for information on graduation clearance.
Student Loan Exit Interviews
An exit interview is mandatory for all students who have Perkins, Presidential, Nursing and /or Stafford student loans.
Information on obtaining invitations, e-invites and personalized announcements.
Information on renting and returning your cap and gown.
Information on ordering diploma ceremony photos and yearbooks.
Advice on planning your move out of the residence halls and your final weeks on campus!
Information on the time and location of the December Baccalaureate Mass.
Information on the time and place of the ROTC Commissioning Ceremony.
Information regarding handicapped parking and seating is available on the above link. Also, any student requiring special arrangements at Commencement because of a disability should contact his/her Dean as soon as possible and present in writing the nature of the disability.
Information on Commencement mailings sent to undergraduates and parents.
Alumni Association 25th and 50th Anniversary Classes
To obtain information about the Alumni Honor Guard for Commencement Day please contact Gail Darnell (Tel 617-552-8035 or email gail.darnell@bc.edu).