Regalia:
All academic attire, including the cap and gown, is ordered through the Columbia University Bookstore.
Master’s degree recipients wear a cap and gown (no hood) and may purchase their regalia in-store or online.
- In-store: Regalia may be purchased beginning Tuesday, February 17 and can be purchased through the day of commencement.
- Online: Orders may be placed beginning Sunday, February 22 through Friday, March 20, to be directly shipped to the student. For more information, visit https://oakhallcg.com/pages/columbia
Tickets:
University Commencement
October 2025, February 2026, and expected May 2026 graduating students will receive information with further instructions on how to register for University Commencement e-tickets from the University’s central commencement planning team.
School of the Arts Convocation
Information regarding registration for School of the Arts Convocation e-tickets will be sent October 2025, February 2026, and expected May 2026 graduating students in early April.
Graduates will be allotted up to two guest tickets for Columbia University Commencement and up to three guest tickets for the School of the Arts Convocation. A waitlist will be created for additional tickets for the School of the Arts Convocation.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Ticketing information and all other Commencement/Convocation information will be sent to graduating students’ Columbia email address only.
Visas for Family and Friends of Graduates:
Please see this guide from the International Students and Scholars Office for instructions on how to apply for visas for guests of graduates.
Parking and Directions:
There are a number of considerations to take into account when traveling to campus during commencement week. Please see this page for more instructions.
Columbia University Commencement:
Please visit the Columbia University Commencement hub for a host of information regarding the university-wide ceremony for all graduates.
Updating Your Address:
Diplomas will be sent to the Diploma Address under the “Addresses” menu item (under “Academic Records” in SSOL. All graduates should log in to their account and confirm that the correct address is listed.
Joining the Alumni Community:
Graduates will receive a welcome email with information on how to stay connected with the School of the Arts, with the larger Columbia Alumni Community, and more!
If you have questions, please contact [email protected].