Commemorate Commencement
Looking for a special way to celebrate this milestone? Graduates can purchase a yearbook, or pay it forward by supporting the Class of 2026 Giving Campaign.
Looking for a special way to celebrate this milestone? Graduates can purchase a yearbook, or pay it forward by supporting the Class of 2026 Giving Campaign.
Syracuse University schools and colleges host celebratory Convocations on the Friday or Saturday before Commencement to individually recognize degree candidates and to present special awards. Commencement is the all-university ceremony on Sunday, May 10, beginning at 9:30 a.m. and ending approximately at noon.
The Syracuse University 2026 Commencement weekend includes school and college convocations and the University-wide commencement ceremony.
May 7-9: School and College Convocations
May 10: 2026 Commencement ceremony
Commencement Weekend is one of the busiest times to visit Syracuse. Scroll down for information on hotels, accessibility accommodations and more.
Current and emeriti faculty are cordially invited to participate in the academic procession at the University's Commencement.