December 2025 Commencement

Information regarding the December 2025 ceremony will be announced via email and on the Commencement website in October 2025. The December 2025 Commencement is for candidates enrolled in accelerated programs, primarily on our Worcester and Manchester campuses specific to the following academic schools: Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene, School of Nursing, School of Medical Imaging and Therapeutics, and School of Physician Assistant Studies – Manchester/Worcester only.

Registration to participate in the December Commencement is required.

Name and Address Confirmation

In preparation for the December 2025 ceremonies, candidates are asked to login to Self-Service and review their user profile to update/adjust their personal identity information for diploma printing specific to their name and their home/permanent address.

Visitation Letters for International Guests

We are mindful that many of our candidates will be inviting their families to join them for the Commencement ceremonies. The letter provided is a standard template and cannot be altered. The letter provided does not ensure entry to the United States or responsibility.

December candidates can begin requesting visitation letters in Fall 2025. Information to complete this will be shared via email.

December 2025 Academic Ceremonies.

Some academic schools will be hosting academic ceremonies that include awards, recognitions, pinning, and/or white coats. The Commencement Team does not plan the academic ceremonies. Academic ceremony questions can be directed to academic deans/directors.