Celebrate the completion of your challenging journey and your first steps into a new life and career. Invite friends and family to Mason’s in-person ceremonies, including University Commencement and individual Degree Celebrations.
College of Visual and Performing Arts Degree Spring Celebration Ceremony
Information for the Winter graduation will be posted nearer the time.
Watch a recording of the 2026 CVPA Degree Spring Celebration on May 14
Watch a livestream of the University Commencement Ceremony
Tickets for both events:
Information for Winter 2026 graduation will be posted nearer the time.
Grad Fair
Get all of your graduation items, caps and gowns, diploma frames, announcements, rings, etc
- Date/Time: TBD for Winter graduation
- Location: Dewberry Hall, Johnson Center (Fairfax Campus)
Find more information on all graduation events.
Other steps before you go:
- Complete your exit survey
- Undergraduate Student Exit Survey (Spring 2026 grads)
- Graduate Student Exit Survey (Spring 2026 grads)
- Watch for an email by April and please complete the Career Plans survey
Stay an engaged alum
- Need career advice? Connect with Seth Novick, Career Development and Alumni Engagement Coordinator
- Explore the Young Alumni Commissioning Project
- Attend Mason Arts events to keep applauding our creative students.
See photos from the Spring 2025 CVPA Graduation Ceremony:
All photos: Ron Aira/Creative Services/George Mason University
Accessibility at the Center for the Arts
The Center for the Arts is dedicated to providing an enjoyable experience by making our performances and facilities accessible to all.
Request Accessibility Accommodations
Request accessibility accommodations by emailing the ticket office or by calling 703-993-8881.
Ticket Office Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
TTD Service: Please call us through the Virginia Relay service at 800-828-1140
Find more information on Accessibility at the Center for the Arts