Be Prepared for Any Weather Situation If the forecast calls for light to moderate rain or hot and humid conditions, the ceremonies will be held outside, as planned. Be prepared for any possible weather situation. Plan ahead and bring any ac…
The University Ph.D. Recognition Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Barton Hall. At this event, we celebrate and recognize the significant achievements of doctoral Ph.D., JSD, and DMA graduates from August ’25, De…
We are pleased to offer two (2) special parking and seating plans for guests with reduced mobility, limited stamina, sign language needs, medical concerns, or using a wheelchair, walker, or scooter. Please review the details in this section…
On-campus housing in the residential halls is offered for guests during the May 2026 Commencement weekend. Reservations will begin January 7, 2026 at this link. The hotel does not have vacancies for Commencement weekend as many dignitaries
Ithaca and surrounding areas offer many dining options. Food and beverages will be available at several locations on campus as well. We encourage guests to have daily snacks on hand, especially for young children, elderly guests, or those w…
Senior Convocation is a senior class event only for students, to be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, 1:00 – 2:30 pm, in Barton Hall. A keynote speaker is chosen by diverse members of the student senior class who serve as the Convocation Comm…
Congratulations to the Class of 2026 graduates and proud Cornell families! More than 8,000 candidates for undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees will be conferred at two (2) ceremonies on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Schoellkopf Fie…
Congratulations to the Class of 2027 graduates and proud Cornell families! More than 8,000 candidates for undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees will be conferred at two (2) ceremonies on Saturday, May 29, 2027 at Schoellkopf Fie…
Colleges and schools and departments host events during the weekend for their specific graduates, guests, and faculty to attend, in addition to the University Commencement Ceremonies. These events range from informal receptions to formal re…
Colleges and schools and departments host events during the weekend for their specific graduates, guests, and faculty to attend, in addition to the University Commencement Ceremonies. These events range from informal receptions to formal re…
Commencement Weekend will be held on May 22-24, 2026. Plans for Commencement Weekend are for families and guests to attend two celebratory events: one of the university ceremonies at the stadium on Saturday and a college/school or departmen…
Commencement Weekend will be held on May 28-30, 2027. Plans for Commencement Weekend are for families and guests to attend two celebratory events: one of the university ceremonies at the stadium on Saturday and a college/school or departmen…