Greetings from South Hill!

We’re delighted to welcome you as you join us in celebrating the achievements of your IC graduate. As you plan for this meaningful and memorable occasion, this page brings together helpful information to support you throughout Commencement weekend. Please check back often for updates as we prepare to celebrate this special milestone together.
  • Tickets can be printed or saved to a cell phone
  • Tickets are only for the May 2026 Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 17, 2026, to be held at 10:00 a.m. EST
  • One ticket per person
  • All guests ages 2 and older are required to have a ticket

Family and friends should plan to be in their seats no later than 30 minutes prior to the ceremony. The A&E Center will open to guests at 8:00 a.m.

Yes! Flowers will be available for sale at the Commencement ceremony in the A&E Center. Concessions will be available for purchase on-site. (The Campus Store will also be open in Phillips Hall on both Saturday and Sunday.)

Ithaca College has partnered with Island Photography to provide comprehensive coverage of this year’s Commencement ceremony. Your graduate will have two picture opportunities taken during the ceremony. These photos will be made available for purchase within two weeks following the ceremony with instructions provided in an email sent directly to the graduate.

The west entrance of the A&E Center (campus side) will be available for guest use.

The East entrance (nearest the tennis courts) is reserved for drop-off and entry for guests with mobility challenges.