Columbia College
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Contact your individual school with questions related to your respective ceremonies and visit Graduating Students and Announcements for the most current updates.
The ceremony celebrates the accomplishments of graduating students from Columbia College.
Ceremony Details
Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: South Lawn | Morningside Campus
Speaker: Sara Just, Senior Executive Producer of PBS NewsHour & Senior Vice President at WETA
Diploma: All graduating students must apply for their degree with the University Registrar’s Office. Diplomas are mailed to the “Diploma Address” listed in Student Services Online (SSOL). Please verify/update your address and ensure it will remain valid for at least 8 weeks after graduation, as diplomas are not distributed during commencement activities. For questions or additional information, please contact the University Registrar or visit the Registrar’s Graduation and Diplomas webpage.
School Graduation Website: https://www.cc-seas.columbia.edu/class-day
School Contact:
Columbia College Class Day Team
[email protected]