Commencement

Graduation Ceremonies at a Glance

Emerson College holds six ceremonies a year in May for graduates of the current academic year. All ceremonies will be held at the Wang Theatre, adjacent to Emerson’s Boston campus. Those unable to attend in person may join us via livestream, or view the recordings at a later time.

May 8, 2026 (Friday)

• 2:00 p.m. School of the Arts & Interdisciplinary Studies, and School of Film, Television, and Media Arts Graduate Hooding Ceremony: For master's degree candidates and their guests. Graduates will cross the stage, have their names read, and receive their academic hood and diploma cover.
• 5:00 p.m. School of Communication Graduate Hooding Ceremony: For master's degree candidates and their guests. Graduates will cross the stage, have their names read, and receive their academic hood and diploma cover.

May 9, 2026 (Saturday)

• 9:00 a.m. School of Communication Undergraduate Diploma Ceremony: For bachelor's degree candidates and their guests. Graduates will cross the stage, have their names read, and receive their diploma cover.
• 12:00 p.m. School of Film, Television, and Media Arts Undergraduate Diploma Ceremony: For bachelor's degree candidates and their guests. Graduates will cross the stage, have their names read, and receive their diploma cover.
• 3:00 p.m. School of the Arts & Interdisciplinary Studies Undergraduate Diploma Ceremony: For bachelor's degree candidates and their guests. Graduates will cross the stage, have their names read, and receive their diploma cover.
• 7:00 p.m. All-College Commencement: For bachelor’s and master’s degree candidates and their guests. Students will be seated by school. This capstone, college-wide celebration will feature speakers, honorary degree recipients, and performances.

Which ceremony do I attend?

Your program of study determines which ceremony you will attend. To confirm your ceremony, please consult the list of graduate programs and undergraduate departments.