CSSW Graduation Information

Congratulations, Class of 2026!

We are excited to celebrate all that you have accomplished during your time at the School of Social Work! The Columbia School of Social Work Graduation Ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 21, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 

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Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Graduate Arrival Time: 2:30 p.m.
Doors Open for Guests: 3:00 p.m.
Location: South Lawn, Columbia University 

Columbia University Commencement
Columbia University Commencement
Columbia University Commencement

The University-wide commencement will take place in-person on Wednesday, May 20 at 10:30 a.m. Get all the details here. Access the live webcast of Commencement here.

CSSW PhD graduate receiving her shawl.
CSSW Graduation Information

Graduates will be able to order up to eight (8) tickets each. Each person aged two (2) or older will require a ticket. The graduation registration and ticket ordering site link is forthcoming. There will be an opportunity to request additional guest tickets (though, they are not guaranteed). This form to request additional tickets will be released in April.

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2026 CSSW Commencement Speaker

2026 Commencement Speaker will be announced soon! 

Graduate wearing grad cap that says ROAR
Regalia

Full academic regalia is optional, but encouraged at the Columbia School of Social Work Graduation. Full academic regalia is required to participate in University Commencement. The regalia resource page can be found here.

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2026 Student Speakers this year will be announced soon!