Graduate & Guest Information
December Commencement 2023Commencement 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/ONLINE | WORCESTER | MANCHESTER |
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) |