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.
Additional Tickets for the May 2026 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
Starting Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET, graduates can claim up to four (4) additional guest tickets (in addition to any tickets they may have already received) for the May 17, 2026 Commencement Ceremony. Be advised that this opportunity is only available while the supply lasts. We strongly encourage students interested in claiming additional tickets to be prepared to access Tassel immediately when it opens on April 21, at 12:00 p.m. ET.
Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients
Personal Health and Wellness Company CFO Ana Wilkowski Will Deliver Commencement Address
Ceremony scheduled for Sunday, May 17.
Ithaca College to Award Honorary Degrees to a Visionary Theatrical Producer/Director/Educator and a Longtime Local Health Leader
Degrees will be awarded at Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 17.
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.