Announcements

  • We were excited to welcome a record number of guests to Columbia’s Morningside campus to celebrate the Class of 2023 earlier today.  As Columbia University’s commencement ceremonies began, the general outdoor seating area as well as space in the four alternate locations to view the ceremony were filled to capacity.

    We thank all guests for their patience and flexibility as we worked through the situation in real time, and we apologize for any inconvenience.  Our first priority is always the safety of our students and guests.  We are required to follow New York City fire safety guidelines and occupancy limits throughout campus in the interest of our community.

  • Outdoor seating at University Commencement has reached capacity. Indoor viewing guest seats available at: 
    1. Levien Gymnasium
    2. Alfred Lerner Hall
    3. Miller Theatre
    4. Altschul Auditorium
       

  • May 2023: We are excited to welcome a record number of guests to campus to celebrate the Class of 2023. Please have your tickets saved, loaded, and ready to scan to help our event volunteers move all guests into the seating areas as quickly and safely as possible. We encourage you to visit our Commencement Guide, including maps for campus amenities and other resources, while you wait. 

    Once the general outdoor seating area is filled, guests will be able to watch the ceremony from any of our indoor ceremony viewing locations: 

  1. Levien Gymnasium
  2. Alfred Lerner Hall
  3. Miller Theatre
  4. Altschul Auditorium

    We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as we safely gather to celebrate our graduates. Have a wonderful Commencement Day.
  • March 2023: Columbia University is committed to protecting the health and safety of its community. Effective May 11, 2023, graduates, visiting alumni, and guests attending Commencement activities on Columbia’s campuses are strongly recommended to follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination and community guidance on indoor masking. Attendees will not be required to attest, show proof of vaccination status or recent test results, however, are encouraged to stay home if feeling unwell or testing positive for COVID-19. Please visit Columbia University’s Hub for Emergency Preparedness for the latest health and safety policies as they are subject to change.
     
  • November 2022: University Commencement is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. (EDT) on Morningside Campus. More details will be available in the coming weeks. For questions related to Class Day ceremonies, contact your individual school.
     
  • Rewatch videos from last year’s Commencement Week including Individual School Ceremonies; Baccalaureate Service, and University Commencement.