Aspen has partnered with the Hilton Garden Inn to offer students a discounted rate, a few blocks from the venue. There are also several other hotels within a few miles of the
ceremony site.
Travel Information
What time does the ceremony start?
The ceremony will begin promptly at 12:00 pm. Please arrive no later than 11:00 am.
The ceremony and reception will be held on the 3rd floor of the West building.
Click here for a map to help with navigation.
Time and Location
What time should I arrive?
Graduates should arrive no
later than 11:00 am to allow time to
check-in at the registration table and line up.
It’s also an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow graduates.
If you have guests with you, they are welcome to explore the venue and find their seats while the graduates are getting ready.
Check-in will begin at 10:00 am.
Is there a reception after the ceremony?
Yes. There will be a light, dessert reception immediately following the ceremony.
Where is Graduation?
Phoenix Convention Center
100 North 3rd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Bring your regalia with you to the ceremony. For undergraduate students, you will need to bring your cap and gown. For graduate students, you will need to bring your cap, gown, and hood.
We recommend you remove your gown from your suitcase and hang it in your hotel room before the ceremony to allow the folds to fall out. There will be steamers on site if you need to steam your gown the morning of the ceremony.
What do I need to bring with me to the venue?
During the Ceremony
RSVP Eligibility
3) Students who are within 12 credits of completing their program as of May 1, 2022
2) Students in a BSN Pre-Licensure cohort that will complete their program
Our Commencement Ceremony will take place in the Phoenix Convention Center, located in the heart of downtown Phoenix.
1) Students who have graduated since August 1, 2021
Will there be a photographer?
Yes. There will be a photographer on site to take photos of the graduates as degrees are
awarded. Photographs will be available to order through the photography vendor.
The 2022 Graduation is Happening Friday, October 14th, 2022!
How can I travel from the
airport to downtown Phoenix?
There are many options for traveling from the airport to downtown Phoenix.
Visit Sky Harbor International Airport’s transportation information webpage to find out more about your transportation options.
Where can I park at the venue?
The Phoenix Convention Center operates three parking garages within a short walk to
the venue. Additionally, there are several other public parking garages as well as metered street parking in the immediate area.
Visit the Phoenix Convention Center’s parking information webpage to find out more about your parking options.
Yes! Students are highly encouraged to decorate their caps or wear additional stoles,
honor cords, or leis to show off their personal achievements and celebrate their culture.
Students who are receiving Aspen-issued academic honor cords or military cords will be
given those cords at check-in.
Can I decorate my regalia?
Will there be a photographer?
Yes. There will be a photographer on site to take photos of the graduates as degrees are
awarded. Photographs will be available to order through the photography vendor.
Cap and gown ordering is available year-round from Jostens'.
Jostens' also offers nursing pins, personalized stoles, and diploma frames for purchase.
We will update this page with streaming content and digital guides as they become available.
We are looking forward to celebrating with you on October 14, 2022!
If you have any additional questions, please reach out to graduation@aspen.edu.
Questions?
Not Able to Attend?
Order Regalia
Can I bring additional guests to the ceremony?
No, you will not be permitted to bring additional guests beyond the amount you
submitted on your RSVP.
Please note that this is a ticketed event. Each guest over the age of 2 is required to have a ticket to enter the ceremony. Children age 2 and under must sit on the lap of a ticketed attendee. Students who are walking in the ceremony do not require a ticket.
All tickets will be will-call and will be given to you when you check in. You will not receive your tickets in advance.
Aspen University will not facilitate the trading/swapping of tickets in any way.
If you cannot remember the amount of tickets you reserved on your RSVP, please email graduation@aspen.edu; please note that your original ticket reservation cannot be increased.
Guests
How can I tag my pictures on social media?
Use the hashtag #aspengrad2022 on social media to tag your photos and see photos
from other graduates!