The UP Open University 29th Commencement Exercises

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UPOU to Hold 30th Commencement Exercises


The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) will hold its 30th Commencement Exercises on 5 December 2026 at the UPOU International Convention Center (ICC).
Only students with an application for graduation will be evaluated as prospective candidates. A graduation confirmation will be sent via email by the Office of the University Registrar once approval has been granted by the Board of Regents. Notifications are expected to be released during the following periods:

1st Semester/Trimester AY 2025–2026 – March 2026

2nd Semester/Trimester AY 2025–2026 – August 2026

3rd Trimester/Midyear Term AY 2025–2026 – November 2026

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General Reminders for Graduates

  • Due to space limitations, guests are advised to proceed to the designated viewing areas throughout the campus. Guests may enter the ICC only during the Faculty Recognition Program on 5 December upon presentation of Guest Pass.
  • Academic attire must comply with UP guidelines. The Sablay must be worn with appropriate underlayers and minimal accessories.
  • University clearance is required only for the issuance of the TOR and diploma. Graduates may attend the ceremony even if their clearance is still being processed.
  • Health and safety services are available at the Main Building and the ICC, with an ambulance on standby.
  • All candidates must complete the Attendance Confirmation Survey. If you did not receive the email, contact [email protected].
  • Graduates and guests are encouraged to check the Graduation Information Bulletin regularly for updates.

Diploma Release

  • First & Second Term Graduates (except MPM & MNE): 5 December 2025
  • Third Term & Midyear Graduates: June 2026

Graduation Activities for Day 1 and Day 2

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Appropriate Graduation Attire

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Revised Graduation Guidelines

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How to Shift your Sablay

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Health and Safety Guidelines

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General Safety Reminders

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Additional Emergency and Safety Reminders

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Policy on Bringing Pets at the Campus

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Traffic and Parking Guidelines

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UP Open University Location Map

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UP Open University Virtual Tour

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Webstreaming Links

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Recommended Accomodation

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Graduation Schedule

Appropriate Graduation Attire

Revised Graduation Guidelines

Health and Safety Guidelines

Policies on Bringing Pets at the Campus

Traffic and Parking Guidelines

Recommended Accommodation

Contact Us:

Graduation-Related Matters: [email protected]

University clearance:  [email protected]

Document request (TOR, diploma, certifications): [email protected]

UPOU Sablay, Doctoral Hood and Pin: [email protected]

Faculty Recognition : Contact your respective Faculty Offices:

FEd: [email protected]

FMDS: [email protected]

FICS: [email protected]

UP Alumni Association (UPAA): [email protected]

UPOU Alumni Association, Inc: [email protected]