Students in regalia throwing their caps and celebrating at Commencement. Students in regalia throwing their caps and celebrating at Commencement.

Commencement

Commencement is a milestone moment; a time to commemorate your accomplishments and celebrate your future. The UAlbany community enjoyed celebrating this momentous occasion with you!

 

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2026 Commencement Events

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Dear UAlbany: Commencement Week 2026
  • Students celebrating in confetti at the end of the commencement ceremony.
  • Three students in full regalia smiling and posing with their diplomas at commencement.
  • Female student in a white dress holding her mortar board up high in front of a Welcome to Commencement sign.
  • Two female students in regalia smiling and making Damien with their hands.
  • Student in regalia posing in front of a sign that says A world of thanks!
  • Two students in full regalia holding hands and smiling at Commencement.
  • Two female students in full regalia embracing and smiling.
  • Student in full regalia posing inside of a border that says #UAlbanyGrad
  • Two students in full regalia posing with their arms in the air.
  • A group of students at the graduate ceremony celebrating in confetti.

Commencement Events

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Support Your Class Gift

An annual tradition led by UAlbany’s Student Philanthropy Council, the Class Gift is a way for UAlbany students, parents and families to give back to the University. Donate now!

Future Commencement Dates

Note: These dates are subject to change at any time by official action of the University at Albany.

Thursday, May 13, to Sunday, May 16, 2027
Thursday, May 11, to Sunday, May 14, 2028
Thursday, May 10, to Sunday, May 13, 2029
Thursday, May 16, to Sunday, May 19, 2030