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Recorded live on May 16, 2018

Commencement:

Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Congratulations to all graduates of Columbia University School of the Arts. Below are a few announcements regarding the Commencement ceremonies in May. The first is the University-wide Commencement Ceremony at 10:30 am on Low Plaza. The second is the School of the Arts Celebration of Graduates at 2 pm in Miller Theatre. Both ceremonies are on Wednesday, May 16.

Please note we will be updating this page as we move closer to the event in May. Visit commencement.columbia.edu as we Countdown to Commencement Day! 

Tickets for the University-Wide Commencement

All graduating students must register online to participate in the University-Wide Commencement. Information on reserving tickets will be emailed directly to students later this spring. Due to the number of graduates and space constraints, students will be limited to 2 tickets.

Tickets for the School of the Arts Celebration of Graduates

All graduating students must register online to participate in the School of the Arts Celebration of Graduates. Information on reserving tickets will be emailed directly to students later this spring. Graduates are allowed up to five (5)guest tickets: two (2) for seating in Miller Theatre and three (3) additional guest tickets for overflow seating in Dodge Hall (Room TBA), where the ceremony will be streamed live. Graduates must RSVP via the ticketing form to reserve their own seat for the ceremony as well. A physical ticket will not be issued.

Cap and Gown Distribution

Academic regalia (cap and gown) for all master's degree candidates will be available for purchase through the Columbia University Bookstore. No pre-ordering is necessary; simply go to the bookstore in Lerner Hall anytime beginning in late March. Regalia may be purchased up to the day of Commencement.  

Please contact soastudentaffairs@columbia.edu if you have any questions.