Schedule of Events

For questions related to Class Day ceremonies, contact your individual school, and visit the announcements page for the most current updates.

Columbia students gathering | students assembly during Graduation Ceremony

Commencement season is full of activities and events to honor the graduates' accomplishments. Individual schools have their own graduation celebrations in a more intimate setting while the University Commencement ceremony is an opportunity for the entire University community to come together.

*Please note that all ceremony times are in EDT. 

**For school ceremonies taking place on Columbia’s Morningside campus, guest admission typically begins one hour prior to the start of the ceremony. Please visit School Ceremonies and/or contact your school directly to confirm exact admission times.