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Graduation Information

2024 commencement updates

Friday, May 10
Allen County War Memorial Coliseum

Graduating? Keep an eye on your email. That's where you'll receive all the important information on graduating including where to buy caps and gowns, how to RSVP, and where to go on the big day.

If you're planning to walk at commencement, be sure to RSVP for the ceremony by clicking the button below!

Congratulate your grad on the big screen!

Ivy Tech Fort Wayne and Warsaw graduates can have photos and special messages shared on the big screen during the commencement ceremony. Photos from events and classes at Ivy Tech and messages with well-wishes and reflections are all accepted. You can submit yours here.

Graduation Details

  • When:

    Friday, May 10, 2024

    7:00 p.m.

    Where:

    Allen County War Memorial Coliseum

    4000 Parnell Ave.

    Fort Wayne, IN 46805

  • Graduation checklist

    1. Apply for Graduation via MyIvy. Search "Apply to Graduate".
    2. RSVP for the ceremony.
    3. Order your cap, gown, and tassels.
  • There are over 5,500 available parking spaces outside the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. Parking does cost extra, and you can see rates below. Cash, debit, and credit cards are all accepted.

    Entry Costs

    Cars, Vans, Pick-Up Trucks, Motorcycles - $8.00

    Preferred Parking (Separate Lot) - $12.00

    Directions

    Visit the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Website for detailed directions and maps.

  • Don't Miss Out on the Alumni Reception!

    Join us for refreshments, dancing, freebies, and time to celebrate YOU immediately after the ceremony at the Coliseum. Guests are welcome, and there's no cost to attend.

  • Photography by Laura Pentecost will be taking photos of each grad as they cross the stage. They'll be available for purchase after graduation.*

    Personal photos and videos are encouraged. There will be several photo opportunities at the Alumni Reception and around the Coliseum.

2023 Sponsors

  • green level sponsors

  • white level sponsors

  • trane

Common Questions

There isn't one. Graduates will line up by school/program. You will be directed by Ivy Tech staff on how to line up, enter the arena, receive your diploma, return to your seat, and exit the arena. Don't worry, we'll guide you each step of the way!

You should arrive in your black cap and gown with comfortable shoes and business casual attire (no jeans, shorts, or flip flops). Plan to give your personal belongings to your guest, there is no place to store them during the ceremony. 

Don't panic. You can still participate in graduation by borrowing a plain black cap and gown from someone you know, or you can buy them at a different store.

Yes, for extended periods including up and down ramps. If you need accommodations, contact DSS prior to the day of the ceremony at 260-480-4110. Handicap-accessible seating is available on the ground level of the Coliseum Arena for guests. See a Coliseum usher upon arrival.

There is no limit to the number of guests you can bring.

There is no admission fee for the ceremony. Parking at the Coliseum is $8. Cap/gown/tassels cost $45.98. Graduation announcements are available for purchase here.

File your 2024-2025 FAFSA before April 15 Indiana’s priority deadline for the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is April 15. File your application as soon as you can to receive maximum consideration for financial aid.