Ithaca College will host its Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 17, 2026, starting at 10:00 a.m. ET inside the Athletics and Events Center's Glazer Arena. The May 2026 Commencement ceremony is offered to students who are graduating in December 2025, as well as May, July, August, October, and December 2026.
Let's Get Ready!
Details for Graduates
Find the information you need on all things Commencement-related, including tickets, caps and gowns, honor cords, programs, and more.
Details for Families and Friends
Find everything you need to plan your visit for Commencement weekend, including details on tickets, parking, photography, and event logistics.
Apply to be the Student Speaker for the Class of 2026
Represent the undergraduate senior class at Commencement in May! All undergraduate seniors with a graduation date between December 2025 and December 2026 are eligible to apply to be the student commencement speaker. Students must have earned a minimum of 60 credits at Ithaca College and have a cumulative grade point average as of the end of the fall 2025 term of at least 3.0 to qualify for this recognition.
Questions?
Commencement is a campus-wide event involving multiple departments and people. In order to ensure your question gets to the right person, please contact our Commencement email address.