84th Commencement
2026 Commencement Ceremony Dates/Times
Friday, May 15
- 1:00 p.m. – Nursing Pinning Ceremony, Newman Center Gymnasium
- 4:00 p.m. – Baccalaureate Mass, Sister Mary Dominic Tweedus Chapel
- 5:00 p.m. – Cocktail Reception, Dining Hall
Saturday, May 16
- 10:00 a.m. – Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony: School of Business & Computer Science and School of Nursing & Health Services
- 3:00 p.m. – Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony: School of Arts & Sciences
Sunday, May 17
- 10:00 a.m. – Graduate Commencement Ceremony: Master’s and Doctoral Degree Recipients.
Information for Graduates
Commencement Ticket Pickup Information:
Tuesday April 28 – 11:30am – 1pm – Hall of Flags
Wednesday April 29 – 8pm – 8:30pm – Student Center Auditorium (following the Honors Convocation)
Friday May 1 – 11:30am – 1:15pm – Newman Plaza during Senior Brunch
Monday May 4 – 11am – 1pm – President’s Office, 3rd Floor of Werner Hall
Tuesday May 5 – 4pm – 5:30pm – President’s Office, 3rd Floor of Werner Hall
Order your Class Rings
Balfour Co Ring Day Tabling
March 17 – Noon – 4 pm – Coop Wall
March 18 – Noon – 4 pm – Hall of Flags
Complete Student Loan Exit Interview!
Federal student loan borrowers must complete the exit counseling session at https://studentaid.gov/exit-counseling/. December graduates must complete the session by December 18, 2025.
May and summer graduates must complete the session by April 20, 2026. If the session is not completed, graduating students will not be permitted to pick up Commencement-related materials until it is.
Your Major and Its Academic School Defined
School of Nursing & Health Services:
Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Public Health Education
School of Business & Computer Science:
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems
Bachelor of Science in Esports Management
Bachelor of Science in Finance or Financial Economics
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration
Bachelor of Science in Marketing
Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management
Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management
School of Arts & Sciences:
Bachelor of Arts in Art Therapy
Bachelor of Arts in Art & Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Communication & Media Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Arts in English
Bachelor of Arts in English & Elementary Education
Bachelor of Arts in History
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics
Bachelor of Arts in Music
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Elementary Education
Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies & Elementary Education
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish & Elementary Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
Bachelor of Science in Health Science
Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Information for Guests
We look forward to welcoming you to campus the weekend of May 16-17, 2026, for the 84th Commencement at Caldwell University!
Your graduate will have specific ticket information later this spring.
Your experience on our campus in May is important to us – check this page often as we make updates that will help you prepare for your celebration!
Information for Faculty & Staff
Regalia orders will be processed through Oak Hall, and the office of the VPAA will facilitate the process once the rental portal opens.
The Deans will disseminate updated information as soon as it becomes available.
Staff volunteers are needed to help ensure a smooth celebration for our graduates and their families. Please contact Erica Wyrovsky in the President’s Office to be added to the volunteer list.
Commencement FAQ’s
Q: How many guest tickets does each graduate receive?
A: As soon as all eligible students have completed their applications for graduation, we will be able to determine the number of tickets each student will receive.
Q: How long is each ceremony?
A: Doors will open 90 minutes before each ceremony, and ceremonies typically run about one hour in length. We try to be efficient!
Q: Will there be overflow seating for the undergraduate ceremonies?
A: Yes! While we have a limited number of seats in the Newman Center, additional guests can watch a live stream across the plaza in the Student Center Auditorium. Guests can also watch the live stream on our Facebook page. The link will be posted to this page the week of the event.
Q: Will there be professional photographers at each ceremony?
A: Yes! We work with the pros at Island Photography who will be snapping shots of each graduate as they cross the stage. We also have other professional photographers roaming all weekend, capturing candids that are available for download after the events are complete.