Graduate & Guest Information

December Commencement 2023

Commencement Day Information

December 19, 2023
DCU Center
50 Foster Street, Worcester, MA

Select programs from the following academic schools will be commencing:

  • Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene
  • School of Medical Imaging and Therapeutics
  • School of Nursing
  • School of Physician Assistant Studies - Manchester/Worcester

Commencement Registration

All graduates are asked to complete online registration no later than 4:30 p.m. on October 27, 2023 even if not attending. This is a firm deadline to ensure all items are available by Commencement Day.

The online registration form does not accept multiple submissions, so please use care when completing it.

Commencement Logistics

Please review our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about ceremony logistics.

Regalia/Ticket Pick Up

  • 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 DCU Center; no alternative times are available
  • Six (6) tickets will be distributed at Regalia Pick-up for those who are attending the Ceremony

Times and Locations

BOSTON/ONLINEWORCESTERMANCHESTER
Thursday, December 14, 2023
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
MCPHS Bookstore
Thursday, December 14, 2023
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Student Affairs -19 Foster
Thursday, December 14, 2023
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
HUB 105
Friday, December 14, 2023
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
MCPHS Bookstore
Friday, December 14, 2023
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Student Affairs -19 Foster
Friday, December 14, 2023
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
HUB 105
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
8 - 9 a.m.
DCU Center
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
8 - 9 a.m.
DCU Center
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
8 - 9 a.m.
DCU Center

Student Commencement Speaker Selection

The MCPHS student honored with this designation will deliver a 3–5-minute speech at the Commencement Ceremony. Submit a speaker application with a copy of your Commencement Address and a resume/CV before October 25, 2023 to be considered.

Student Commencement Singer Selection

The MCPHS student honored with this designation will sing the National Anthem at the Commencement Ceremony. Priority will go to students who are also graduate candidates. Submit a recording and singer application before October 25, 2023.

Commencement Day Schedule

8 a.m.Doors open for all attendees
9:20 a.m.All attendees must be seated
9:30 a.m.Commencement Ceremony begins
11 a.m.All attendees must be seated for academic ceremonies
11:30 a.m.Academic ceremonies begin (approximate)