1. Confirmation of Participation

To confirm their attendance, students must pay a registration fee of $190 in fresh dollars non-refundable participation fee and a $60 refundable rental fee for caps and gowns. Payments can be made at the Accounting Departments of the Hadat–Baabda, Nabi Ayla–Zahle, and Mejdlaya–Zgharta Campuses from Monday, May 19, until Tuesday, June 10, 2025. The following schedule has been set for campus visits:

Hadat–Baabda Campus

Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM

Nabi Ayla–Zahle Campus

Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Mejdlaya–Zgharta Campus

Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

For logistical purposes, UA will not accept registrations made after June 10, 2025.

As the list of names will be retrieved from the SIS, students are asked to check the spelling of their names on the SIS. In case of any errors, candidates must seek assistance by sending an email to graduation@ua.edu.lb.

2. Caps and Gowns

All participants are required to wear caps and gowns during the ceremony. Reservations can be made from Monday, May 19, until Tuesday, June 10, 2025, according to the schedule below. Students must settle the registration fees and bring the payment receipts for confirmation.

The $60 rental fee will be refunded upon the return of the caps and gowns in good condition.

Hadat–Baabda Campus

Building A, Underground 3 (Mr. Chady Roukoz and Mr. Rodolph Wannis)
Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM

Nabi Ayla–Zahle Campus

Building A, Office 110 (Ms. Samia Mazraani)
Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Mejdlaya–Zgharta Campus

Office 4 (Ms. Marisia Khoury)
Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM

3. Commencement Rehearsal

To ensure a highly organized and well-prepared Commencement Ceremony, a rehearsal session will take place on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the football stadium on the Hadat–Baabda Campus.

UA will provide free transportation for students from remote campuses to the Hadat–Baabda Main Campus on the rehearsal date. The scheduled departure time from both campuses is as follows:

• 4:00 PM from Nabi Ayla–Zahle
• 3:00 PM from Mejdlaya–Zgharta

Participants must adhere to the rehearsal guidelines outlined below:

• Attendance is mandatory; students who fail to attend the rehearsal will not be allowed to participate in the Commencement Ceremony.
• Caps and gowns should not be worn.
• Compliance with safety measures established by the University is required.
• Students should occupy their assigned seats in the assembly rooms based on the numbers received via email beforehand.

Rehearsal Program

• Instructions and announcements
• Line-up
• Procession and seating
• Q&A

Time Capsule

Students will receive a time capsule to deposit cherished objects they wish to bring on the rehearsal day. The items will be wrapped with their names affixed to them. Valuable items such as letters, photos, small electronic devices, USBs, and T-shirts (avoiding large objects) will revive memories of the good old days when the graduates open the time capsule 10 years later, on June 26, 2035. A memorable activity not to be missed!

Post-rehearsal Gathering

Following the conclusion of rehearsals, all participants are invited to join a casual post-rehearsal gathering filled with joy and cherished moments. It is a chance to mingle and share in the excitement of preparing for the big day.