Rutgers University–New Brunswick and Rutgers Health Commencement

Class of 2026
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Sunday, May 17
SHI Stadium

Join us for the 260th Anniversary Commencement at Rutgers University–New Brunswick and Rutgers Health on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at SHI Stadium. President Tate will preside over the ceremony, officially conferring degrees to graduates and honorary recipients.

In addition, partake in the school-based Convocation ceremonies designed to compliment the main Commencement ceremony. Here, undergraduate and graduate students are individually recognized alongside Dean and peers.

All students affiliated with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and Rutgers Health graduates and their guests, are invited to make the most of this celebratory occasion by attending both the Commencement and Convocation ceremonies. See you there!

Ceremonies & Celebrations

Rutgers University–New Brunswick and Rutgers Health hold Commencement and school-based Convocation ceremonies once a year, in May. Most students who expect to receive degrees in October 2025, January 2026, May 2026, or August 2026 are eligible to participate in the May 2026 Commencement and school convocation events, but it varies by school. Contact your school directly if you have questions.

Graduating students celebrate during Rutgers 259th anniversary Commencement

260th Anniversary Commencement

The big celebration. President Tate officially confers the degrees of graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick and Rutgers Health.

SAS grad crossing stage and shaking hands with Dean with fellow graduates watch.

School Convocations

Graduates have their stage crossing moment and receive individual recognition at these ceremonies.

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Celebrations and Commissioning

Events that celebrate and recognize the diverse identities of graduates.

Rutgers graduates who complete ROTC training are commissioned into their respective branch of the United States Military.

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Take a Look Back at the 2025 Rutgers University–New Brunswick and Rutgers Health Commencement

The Class of 2025 celebrates their significant academic achievement at Rutgers 259th anniversary Commencement

Rutgers University Student Assembly President Jack P. Ramirez delivers remarks at Rutgers 259th anniversary Commencement