Graduate School Ceremony
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 a.m.
Doors open at 9:00 a.m.
Graduates should arrive at 9:00 a.m. at the Auxiliary Gym for lineup.
Tickets are not required for guests.
Undergraduate Ceremony
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 a.m.
Doors open at 9:00 a.m.
Graduates should arrive at 9:00 a.m. at the Auxiliary Gym for lineup.
Guests over the age of 2 require a ticket.
Undergraduate Speaker Information
Christine Mallinson, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President for Research and Scholarly Impact, Division of Research and Creative Achievement;
Professor of Language, Literacy, and Culture, UMBC;
Affiliate Professor of Gender, Women’s, and Sexuality. Studies, UMBC
Save the Dates! Spring 2026 Commencement Dates
Graduate School Ceremony
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Undergraduate Ceremonies
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, School of Social Work, and Erickson School Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
College of Engineering & Information Technology, College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences, Individualized Study Program
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
Questions?
Refer to our list of Frequently Asked Questions, or look at information for students, faculty and staff, and guests.
Can’t find your answer? Contact the Commencement Planning Team at commencement@umbc.edu or 410-455-8174.
