2026 UMass Amherst Commencement Schedule

Class of 2026 Degree Conferral Ceremonies

During the degree conferral ceremonies, we will hear words of inspiration from university leaders, welcome honored guests, applaud the student speakers, and cheer for our graduates as degrees are conferred.

SATURDAY, MAY 9

Doctoral Hooding

All doctoral candidates

10 a.m.
Mullins Center

This is a ticketed event. This event will be livestreamed; a link will appear at the top of the Commencement homepage on May 9.

FRIDAY, MAY 15

Master's and Education Specialist Commencement Ceremony

All master's and education specialist degree candidates

9 a.m.
Mullins Center

This is a ticketed event. This event will also be livestreamed; a link will appear at the top of the Commencement homepage on May 15.

Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

All bachelor's degree candidates

5 p.m.
McGuirk Alumni Stadium

This event will be livestreamed; a link will appear at the top of this website on May 15.

SATURDAY, MAY 16

Stockbridge School of Agriculture Ceremony

Associate degree candidates

3 p.m.
Bowker Auditorium

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Frequently asked questions

On our frequently asked questions page we answer the most common inquiries we've received about commencement. If you don't see your question or find your answer there, please check the contact us.

If you aren't sure or you need more information, please contact the Office of Community Relations and University Events at 413-577-1101 or @email and we will refer you to the best campus partner for your question.

Senior Recognition Ceremonies (Undergraduate Only)

Throughout the commencement weekends, schools and colleges also celebrate their graduates at senior recognition ceremonies where undergraduates have their names read aloud as they cross the stage. All senior recognition ceremonies will be ticketed events. Information about guest tickets will be available soon.

SATURDAY, MAY 9