Commencement

Commencement is a momentous occasion when we at Covenant join our graduates and their families and friends in celebrating the accomplishments of these last years, thanking God for His grace and provision, and looking ahead to His purposes in the lives of our graduates. At Covenant, we earnestly believe that the One "who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus."

Commencement will be held at the Chattanooga Convention Center in downtown Chattanooga. Below you will find information on our upcoming commencement exercises and related events. We look forward to families and friends joining us for this celebration!

Presidential Reception & Alumni Induction

Friday, May 8, 2026, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Brock Lawn
Covenant College

Graduating seniors and their families are invited for fellowship and hors d'oeuvres. President Voyles' remarks will begin at 7:30 p.m. Graduating seniors will receive their graduation mugs and learn more about the Alumni Office. In the event of rain, the reception will be held in the Great Hall. An email invitation has been sent to all graduating seniors.

MAT Graduation Reception 
Friday, May 8, 2026, 7:00-9:00 p.m. 
Hors d’oeuvres at Probasco Welcome Center

MAT graduates and their families (up to 3 guests) are invited to a reception with the MAT faculty. Invitations will be sent to MAT graduates.   

Covenant College's 71th Commencement

Saturday, May 9, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
Chattanooga Convention Center
1 Carter Street
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Tickets are not required to attend commencement.

 Event Parking: There will be $8.00 parking available in the parking garage shared by the Convention Center and the Marriott Hotel. The entrance to the parking garage is off of Carter Street, between the hotel and convention center. The hotel address is 2 Carter Plaza, Chattanooga, TN 37402. There will also be pay-by-meter parking on the surrounding streets. 

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