What to Expect on Commencement Day

Green Line (MBTA) 

• Take a "B," "C," or "D" Green Line train to Kenmore Station.
• ~9-minute walk to MGM.

MBTA Commuter Rail 

• Take the Framingham/Worcester Line to Yawkey Station.
• Easy walking distance to MGM.

MBTA Bus Service

• The #55 Bus runs regular service between Back Bay and Fenway/Kenmore.
• Request stop at Ipswich @ Lansdowne (right across from MGM!).

FREE Wentworth Parking (First Come, First Served)

Available on Commencement Day only until lots are full. The options include the following: 

• Halleck Street Garage with several EV Charging Stations
• Halleck Lot
• Mindoro Lot
• Annex Lot
• West Lot

Additional Parking

• Nearby garages within walking distance (fees apply).
• Use the SpotHero or ParkWhiz apps to reserve ahead.
• Be Mindful: Commencement is a weekday, and garages near MGM fill quickly. Many are pre-reserved for the Longwood Medical Area staff.

• Accessible parking is very limited in the Fenway area near the venue.
• We recommend dropping off guests directly at MGM for those who need assistance.
• MGM staff will be on hand to help, and the venue is fully accessible.

House of Blues
15 Lansdowne Street, Boston 

Bring your Registration QR Code (pre‑registration required).

Morning Ceremony - Schools of Architecture & Design, Computing & Data Science, Management & Sciences and Humanities

• TBA Check-In at House of Blues
• TBA- Line up by major with faculty
• TBA - Procession: Staff will lead you across Lansdowne Street to MGM
• TBA - Ceremony begins! 

Afternoon Ceremony - School of Engineering

• TBA Check-In at House of Blues
• TBA - Line up by major with faculty
• TBA - Procession: Staff will lead you across Lansdowne Street to MGM
• TBA - Ceremony begins! 

Please be alert—this is a busy workday street. Follow police directions and watch for traffic.

• Cap, Gown, Hood & Tassel
• Phone with QR Code saved to your wallet (check your WIT email!)
• Wentworth ID or driver’s license
• Honors & Veteran Cords will be distributed at check‑in

To help keep everything moving smoothly (and stress free!), please note the following venue restrictions:

• No bags or backpacks are permitted at House of Blues.
• Do not bring items you can’t carry with you.
  • Note: There is no storage available at House of Blues or MGM.
• Do not leave belongings behind.
  • Note: Lost items cannot be retrieved.
• No outside food or beverages. Water stations will be provided inside the venue.

Tip: Bring only the essentials – cap, gown, phone, and ID – to make your day easy and enjoyable!

Diplomas

• Mailed 4-6 weeks after official graduation date
• Sent via Parchment to the address in your graduation application
• Questions? graduation@wit.edu

Transcripts

• Order PDF or paper transcripts through Parchment
• Select “Hold for Degree”
• Ready ~5 weeks after grades post

MGM Music Hall has accessible seating, and ushers will be able to assist you upon arrival to those designated seats in your section.

Concessions are available for purchase at MGM prior to the ceremony and their will be gift vendors on site. You can also find food and gifts on campus at:

• Tessie’s Market
• Leopard Café (Beatty Hall, 2nd Floor)
• Campus Bookstore (Open until 5:00 PM)

Watch From Home

Family and friends can watch the livestream of the processional and ceremony.

On‑Campus Watch Party

Blount Auditorium, Central Annex
555 Parker Street
First‑come, first‑served (space limited) 

Grab‑and‑go snacks available at Tessie’s Café (must be eaten outdoors).