Preparing for Graduation

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Hotel Reservations
A list of Boston area hotels and accommodations is available at this location. 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 & 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.

Invitations, E-invites, Announcements & Weather Information
Information on obtaining invitations, e-invitations, announcements and diploma ceremony severe weather tickets.

Cap & Gown Rental
Information on renting and returning your cap and gown.

Pictures & Yearbook
Information on ordering diploma ceremony photos and yearbooks.

Senior Week Plans & Residence Hall Closings (Move Out)
Advice on planning your move out of the residence halls and your final weeks on campus!

December Baccalaureate Mass
Information on the time and location of the December Baccalaureate Mass.

ROTC Commissioning Ceremony
Information on the ROTC Commissioning Ceremony.

Handicapped Parking and Seating Permits
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.

Mailings & Instructions
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 Ann Connor (Tel 617-552-4751 or email ann.connor@bc.edu).