Commencement News

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Dartmouth Awards

Join us in celebrating graduates who are honors degree recipients, award winners, and honor society initiates.

Graduate and Professional School Celebrations

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For Students

Congratulations! Commencement is just around the corner. Let us help you plan for the weekend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Wondering when the ceremony begins or how long it will be? See the answers to the questions we receive the most.

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For Families & Guests

All family and guests are welcome to attend; no tickets are required. The ceremony will be held outdoors, rain or shine. 

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Regalia for Dartmouth College commencement
For Faculty & Staff

For those who are marching in ceremony processions see ways to rent regalia and important dates and times for each school ceremony.

Future Commencement Dates

June 14, 2026

June 13, 2027

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1919. Graduates listen to Robert Proctor, Class of 1919, deliver “class prophecies” during class day exercises on June 23, 1919, in the Bema. 

Speeches, Traditions, and Facts

Watch past ceremonies, keynote addresses, and learn more about the traditional symbols of Commencement.