Commencement

Let's celebrate the Class of 2026!

Commencement is a special time to celebrate our graduating students and their educational journey. Each of our soon-to-be graduates should be incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication that has brought them to this meaningful and joyous milestone.

Information detailing all aspects of Commencement activities will be posted to the website and sent via email. 

For more university event details, please visit the official commencement website.

Master's and Doctoral Candidates

Master's and Education Specialist Commencement Ceremony

FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2026
9:00 a.m. | Mullins Center  
This is a ticketed event. 

Doctoral Hooding Ceremony 

SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026
10:00 a.m. | Mullins Center  

Undergraduate Seniors

Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

Friday, May 15 at 5:00 p.m.
McGuirk Alumni Stadium
All bachelor's degree candidates 

The main “official” undergraduate commencement ceremony is large, fun and celebratory. Degrees are officially conferred; the student commencement band performs; and remarks are given by the Chancellor, keynote, and student speaker. This is the first time the whole class will assemble together since starting at UMass. Graduates will be recognized en masse by school/college.

Riccio College of Engineering Senior Recognition Ceremony

Saturday, May 16 at 1:00 p.m.
Mullins Center, UMass Amherst

This event gives us a chance to recognize and celebrate our graduating seniors on a more personal level. Graduates will walk across the stage, be congratulated by college leaders and faculty, have their name announced, and receive a university commemorative medal as well as a small gift from the college. Each graduate’s time on stage will be broadcast on large video screens and captured by a professional photographer.

Tickets will be required for all senior ceremonies. We will have plenty of seating for the Engineering event. More details soon.

If you have any questions about the college's celebration, please email engineering [at] umass [dot] edu (engineering[at]umass[dot]edu)