Graduate walks down aisle for processional.

Ceremonies

Commencement is a special time to celebrate your academic achievements with family and friends. NIU holds commencement ceremonies each fall and spring semester. These ceremonies are designed to formally recognize your accomplishments. You can help ensure a positive experience for all attendees by learning what to expect at the undergraduate ceremony and the graduate ceremony.

Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremonies

Graduate School

Saturday, December 13, 2025

  • Doors open at 1 p.m.
  • Ceremony starts at 2 p.m.

Undergraduate

CLAS, CEET, CVPA
Sunday, December 14, 2025

  • Doors open at 9 a.m.
  • Ceremony starts at 10 a.m.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS)
College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (CEET)
College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA)

Undergraduate

COE, COB, CHHS
Sunday, December 14, 2025  

  • Doors open at 1 p.m.
  • Ceremony starts at 2 p.m.

College of Education (COE)
College of Business (COB)
College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS)


Contact Us

Convocation Center
1525 West Lincoln Highway
DeKalb, IL 60115
815-752-6800
commencement@niu.edu