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2025 School Celebration
Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 3 pm
Congratulations GW Law Class of 2025! As you prepare to cross the stage, we are excited to celebrate your hard work, dedication, and achievements — this is just the beginning of your journey.
GW Commencement on the National Mall is Sunday, May 18 at 10:30 am.
Commencement Registration
Commencement registration is now open! Before registering, make sure you:
Graduates must register, and record their names, by 11:59 pm ET on Friday, April 18, 2025. If you have questions about the registration process, refer to the how to register guide or contact [email protected].
Order Your Academic Regalia
Regalia will be at a fixed price until online sales end on April 2.
Deadline to Order: Wednesday, April 2
Apply to Graduate
Please direct any questions about graduation applications to the Office of the Registrar.
Commencement Schedule
Stay tuned for future updates on commencement events. View the full schedule of law events.
Commencement Photoshoot
Monday, May 12 | 9 am-Noon
Tuesday, May 13 | 9-11 am
Constitution Gardens on the National Mall
Commemorate completing your law degree with an #OnlyAtGW photo! To kick off the festivities, join Dean Matthew, friends, and classmates for a very special photo shoot!
Dean's Reception
Friday, May 16
7-9 pm
National Portrait Gallery
Each graduate will receive 4 electronic tickets for themselves, family and friends
The Dean’s Reception will be held at the National Portrait Gallery (Smithsonian Institution) at 8th and G Streets NW, Washington, DC. Each graduate will receive 3 electronic tickets for family and friends.
Law Diploma Celebration
Sunday, May 18
3 pm
Charles E. Smith Center
Limit 5 guests
Doors will open for guests at 2 pm
The Law School Diploma Ceremony will be held at the Charles E. Smith Center, 600 22nd Street NW, Washington, DC. The academic procession will begin at Funger Hall at 2:30 pm, and remarks will begin at 3 pm. A live-steam will be available on the website at 3 pm.
2025 GW Law Commencement Speaker
Harold Hongju Koh
Sterling Professor of International Law and Former Dean, Yale Law School
Professor Koh is a leading expert in public and private international law, national security law, and human rights. For his human rights work, Professor Koh has received 18 honorary degrees and more than 30 awards, including awards from Columbia and Duke Law Schools and the American Bar Association International Law Section for his lifetime achievements in international law.
Leave Your Legacy: Class of 2025 Gift
As your time at GW Law concludes, your legacy is just beginning. Let's leave an imprint not just in memories but in tangible support for those who follow behind. Contribute and let the Class of 2025 forever resonate in the halls of GW Law.
Questions?
If you have questions about GW's commencement ceremonies, refer to the Frequently Asked Questions or contact [email protected]. If you have questions specific to the Law School Diploma Celebration, please email [email protected].
