Graduate & Guest Information
May Commencement 2024The May Commencement ceremonies will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at the Leader Bank Pavilion in Boston, Massachusetts. There will be a morning and an afternoon ceremony to accommodate all candidates.
The Commencement ceremonies will honor undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral candidates from the following graduation/conferral dates from all (including online) campuses:
- December 2023
- May 2024
- September 2024*
*Please note: Prospective candidates whose degree is expected to be conferred in September 2024 are encouraged to connect with their academic dean or program director to verify their eligibility to participate in Commencement.
Commencement Logistics
Please review our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about ceremony logistics.
International Guests
Candidates who are traveling internationally or anticipate guests joining internationally can request visitation letters starting today. These must be requested before April 1, 2024.
Registration
- Candidates are asked to complete the online registration form no later than 4:30 p.m. on March 20, 2024
- Candidates are asked to complete the form whether they plan to physically attend Commencement or not
- Late submissions will not be accepted
- We kindly ask candidates to take their time when completing the form to ensure there are no errors
Regalia/Ticket Distribution
- Regalia pick up days will be hosted on the following dates and times
- If you are unable to pick up on the dates noted, you will be able to pick up regalia prior to Commencement at the venue; alternatively you can have another student pick up for you (proxy)
- Regalia cannot be shipped to candidates
- Tickets and honor cords will be distributed at regalia pick up
Times and Locations
BOSTON | MANCHESTER | WORCESTER |
Thursday, May 2, 2024 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 101 Palace Road Atrium |
Thursday, May 2, 2024 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 22 Fir Street Hub 105 |
Thursday, May 2, 2024 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 19 Foster Street DBEN 021 |
Friday, May 3, 2024 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 101 Palace Road Atrium |
Friday, May 3, 2024 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 22 Fir Street Hub 105 |
Friday, May 3, 2024 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 19 Foster Street DBEN 021 |
Monday, May 6, 2024 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 101 Palace Road Atrium |
Monday, May 6, 2024 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. 22 Fir Street Hub 105 |
Monday, May 6, 2024 9 - 9:12 a.m. 19 Foster Street DBEN 021 |
Thursday, May 9, 2024 7:15 - 8 a.m. 1:30 - 2:15 p.m. Graduate Check-In Leader Bank Pavilion |
Commencement Day Schedules
The Morning Ceremony will include candidates from the following Academic Schools:
- School of Professional Studies
- School of Pharmacy – Boston
- School of Arts & Sciences
- School of Medical Imaging and Therapeutics
- Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene
Schedule
7:15 a.m. | Gates open for Candidates, Faculty and Dignitaries |
7:15 a.m. | Gates open for ticketed guests |
8:45 a.m. | Morning ceremony begins |
The Afternoon Ceremony will include candidates from the following Academic Schools:
- School of Nursing
- School of Pharmacy – W/M
- School of Occupational Therapy
- School of Physical Therapy
- School of Optometry
- School of Physician Assistant Studies – Boston
- School of Healthcare Business and Technology
- New England School of Acupuncture
Schedule
1:30 p.m. | Gates open for Candidates, Faculty and Dignitaries |
1:30 p.m. | Gates open for ticketed guests |
2:45 p.m. | Afternoon ceremony begins |
If you are unsure of which academic school your academic program is affiliated with, please view the Academic Programs by School PDF.