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Wiley University Commencement

Welcome to the online resource for Wiley University's 135th Commencement Ceremony. Exercises will occur at the Wiley University Pemberton Athletic Field Complex on campus on Saturday, May 4, 2024, beginning at 8:00 am.

All family and guests are welcome to attend. 

Days Until Wiley University 2024 Commencement
Commencement Rehearsal

Rehearsal for Commencement will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 10 am, in the Fred T. Long Ballroom. 

It is strongly encouraged that Undergraduates participate in rehearsal to know what to expect on the day of graduation, to become acquainted with the layout, and to know where to enter, sit, walk, and exit.  

Rehearsal will include line-up orders and processing into and out of the appropriate aisle, getting on the stage, and how to walk on the stage to receive your diploma while taking your picture and then departing the stage. 

Wiley University Baccalaureate Service 2024

6 pm | Friday, May 3, 2024

Julius S. Scott Chapel

711 Wiley Ave

Marshall, TX 75670

Baccalaureate Dinner  Immediately Following the Baccalaureate Service
Wiley University 135th Commencement Exercises

8 am | Saturday, May 4, 2024
Wiley University

711 Wiley Ave

Marshall, TX 75670

Required Line Up 6:30 am Fred Long Ballroom 

(Please note students will march from the Ballroom to the field)

Join us as we celebrate the CLASS of 2024

Congratulations Class of 2024!

Best wishes to all students graduating from Wiley University on Saturday, May 4, 2024 on this major accomplishment. Wiley University wishes you success in your chosen paths and looks forward to continuing our relationship and keeping you close in the years to come. 

This Commencement Guide is designed to answer the most frequently asked questions about Wiley’s Commencement May 4, 2024, and to provide information that will make it a memorable experience for each graduating senior, your family and guests. You will find information about the events that celebrate senior achievements, details about attire, ceremonial protocol, rehearsal, parking, and helpful suggestions for making the most of this special time.

Please view the Commencement Web page for updates regularly. Additional information about graduation will be sent periodically to your Wiley University email account, so check your Wiley email regularly for updates.

Failure to check your Wiley email account regularly may result in you missing important graduation information and opportunities.

To ensure that all important College mailings are delivered to the correct destination, submit any changes in your local/permanent contact information immediately to the Office of the Registrar at 903-927-3215. It is especially important that all graduates update their permanent address before leaving Wiley.

When you return to Wiley for homecoming, reunions and other occasions, be sure to stop by Alumni Affairs in the McLeod Hall to fellowship and to provide updates such as new address, an additional degree or new position.  This will assist us in maintaining accurate records so you can receive all correspondences from your alma mater. You can always call Alumni Affairs at 903-927-3392, send us an email at ia@wileyc.edu.