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School of Health Professions

Commencement (Graduation)

The Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony will include December 2025, May 2026, & August 2026 graduates.

Table of Contents

General Information

  • A graduation application is required for all graduating candidates, whether participating in the commencement ceremony or not. The deadline to complete the application is November 15th.

    Steps:

    1. Go to your My HSC tab in Webraider
    2. Select Commencement (Under Manage My Enrollment)
    3. Select Apply to Graduate
    4. Complete the application

    You can use the following link to access video directions

  • Online ordering for all programs is still an option.  Depending on when the order is placed, additional fees could be required for expedited processing and shipping.  You will be notified if this pertains to your order before processing.  Please visit the West Texas Graduation Services website for ordering deadlines. Orders purchased will not be shipped until 2 weeks prior to the commencement ceremony. Special requests can be sent to info@westtexasgrad.com

    West Texas Graduation Services
    (806) 744-7737

    If you are a military veteran or are currently serving, please reach out to the Veteran & Military Services to request a camo stole.

  • Where:  United Supermarkets Arena
    When:  May 9th, 2026
    Time: 10:00 am

  • Live Stream: TTUHSC Live Streaming

Parking

Faculty/Staff Parking

Faculty/Staff parking for commencement is located in the north parking lot of the United Spirit Arena. Faculty and staff may enter this parking area if they have a reserved or area reserved pass on their vehicle. 

Family and Guest Parking

To the right, is a map indicating the public parking area for students' family and guests.

Accessible Parking

Accessible parking is located on the west side of the United Spirit Arena entrance for those with a handicap parking pass. Guests needing assistance to the Arena, may have their families drop them off at the west entrance and their families should proceed to the public parking area. 

A map with yellow boxes going towards the red box to show where to go.

Guest Seating

Seating for guests will be on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis. We ask that guests refrain from saving seats in the arena before the ceremonies. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Black squares in a circle showing where graduation seating is.

Commencement Location

All graduates will gather in the practice gym which is located on event level of the United Supermarkets Arena no later than 9:00am.

  • Graduates should park in the lot west of the arena
  • Enter the building via the north entrance (ground level) marked GRADUATE AND FACULTY ENTRANCE
  • Friends and family must enter via the main entrance located on the west side of the arena
  • Please do not bring personal items with you, due to there is not a secure place to leave them during the ceremony
  • Outside food and beverage is not permitted for this event.
  • Click here for a complete list of prohibited items.
  • The arena is CHL exclusionary zone for this event (guns free). Open carry is prohibited at all arena events.

Processional

PROCESSIONAL will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m.  SHP staff will assist with regalia and line-up. Commencement programs will be placed in your seats.

Southwest Entrance

Faculty will process in first followed by graduates and platform party.

  1. SHP Banner Bearer
  2. Dean's Award for Excellence Recipients
  3. Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science (Ph.D)
  4. Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy (ScDPT)
  5. Doctor of Audiology (AuD)
  6. Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
  7. Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (Pathway)
  8. Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MSSLP)
  9. Master of Science in Molecular Pathology (MSMP)
  10. Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHA)
  11. Master of Science in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling (MSCR)
  12. Master of Science in Addiction Counseling (MSAC)
  13. Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
  14. Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
  15. Master of Athletic Training (MAT)
  16. Master of Rehabilitation Counseling (MRC)
  17. Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS)
  18. Second Degree Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science program
  19. Bachelor of Science in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences (SLHS)
  20. Second Degree Bachelor of Science in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences program
  21. Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management (BSHM)
  22. Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science

Commencement FAQs

  • The School of Health Professions is committed to recognizing and celebrating your accomplishments.

    Where:  United Supermarkets Arena
    When:  May 9th, 2026
    Time: 10:00 am

  • All correspondence regarding graduation and commencement exercises will be posted on this TTUHSC SHP Commencement webpage or sent to your TTUHSC-administered student e-mail account. It is recommended that you check your TUUHSC e-mail regularly.

  • In order for your name to be listed in the Commencement Program, you MUST have completed the online graduation application by your dedicated deadline. In addition, you must agree to your information being published. If you do not recall how you answered this question on your graduation application, please email shp.enrollmentmanagement@ttuhsc.edu

  • Ceremonies can last anywhere from 2 to 3.5 hours.

  • No, tickets are not required.

  • Seating for guests will be on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis. We ask that guests refrain from saving seats in the arena before the ceremonies. Thank you for your cooperation on this matter.

  • For safety reasons, children and infants will not be allowed to accompany graduates on stage. Please arrange for family and friends to care for the children at the ceremony.

  • Regalia may be ordered from West Texas Graduation Services. Depending on when the order is placed, additional fees could be required for expedited processing and shipping.  You will be notified if this pertains to your order before processing. Orders purchased will not be shipped until 2 weeks prior to the commencement ceremony. Special requests can be sent to info@westtexasgrad.com. Please contact West Texas Graduation Services to determine if regalia may still be ordered, 806-744-7737.

  • You may purchase your regalia package from West Texas Grad Services. Adornments may be worn but are limited to cords and stoles from organizations officially recognized by Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Personal decor is NOT allowed on mortar boards, caps, or gowns.

  • Regalia information is available on the West Texas Graduation Services website. There are multiple regalia packages available.

  • Only undergraduate students are eligible to graduate with honors. Below is the breakdown of each honors designation:

    Summa Cum Laude 3.90-4.0
    Magna Cum Laude 3.70-3.89
    Cum Laude 3.50-3.69

    Honor cords will be distributed on the day of commencement.

  • For Spring graduates, your diploma will be available for pick up immediately following your commencement ceremony. Prior to commencement, please check to make sure you do not have any holds on your account. You will not be able to receive a diploma until the hold is resolved and released. If your graduation date is for the Fall or Summer semester, your diploma will be mailed to you approximately 1-3 weeks following your official graduation date.

  • Your diploma will be sent to the mailing address that you indicate on your graduation application. Please be aware that neither FedEx nor Lonestar delivers to P.O. Box addresses. 

  • A professional photographer will be taking photos of each graduate as they receive their diploma. Once you are fully registered with Candid Color, you will receive a link to your personal graduation gallery via text and/or email within 4-6 hours of your ceremony completion. From there, you can view your photos first and then purchase online on their retail website. All orders will be shipped directly to you. Any questions can be directed to ccpcustomerservice@candid.com.

  • We do not block hotel rooms for commencement. Anyone wishing for accommodations should make their own reservations. Please make sure you reserve the correct dates.

    Here are hotels that are close to the United Supermarkets Arena:

    Overton Hotel and Conference Center

    Staybridge Suites Lubbock

    Baymont Inn & Suites

    For more information on hotels in Lubbock, please see Visit Lubbock

  • We ask all graduates to leave personal belongings with friends or family during the ceremony. There is not a place to safely secure personal belonging during the ceremony.

  • Please contact our office:

    School of Health Professions
    Office of Admissions and Student Affairs
    3601 4th St MS 8201
    Lubbock, TX 79430
    806-743-3220
    shp.studentaffairs@ttuhsc.edu