International and Public Affairs
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.
This ceremony celebrates the accomplishments of graduating students from the School of International and Public Affairs.
Ceremony Details
Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: South Lawn | Morningside Campus
Speaker: Eric Garcetti, Former United States Ambassador to India & the 42nd Mayor of Los Angeles, CA.
Ceremony Program: https://www.sipa.columbia.edu/students/graduation-2026
Reception: A reception will be held immediately following the ceremony at Ancell Plaza.
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.sipa.columbia.edu/students/graduation
School Contact:
Office of Student Affairs
[email protected]
212-854-8590