Commencement
Spring 2022 Commencement Ceremonies
Graduate School
Friday, May 13, 2022
- Doors open, 3 p.m.
- Ceremony starts, 4 p.m.
Undergraduate
CLAS, CEET, CVPA
Saturday, May 14, 2022
- Doors open, 9 a.m.
- Ceremony starts, 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
Saturday, May 14, 2022
- Doors open, 1 p.m.
- Ceremony starts, 2 p.m.
College of Education (COE)
College of Business (COB)
College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS)
Get Ready
See how to prepare for graduation and the commencement ceremony.
Share the Excitement
We have resources to help you share the excitement of graduation with your friends and family.
Visitor Information
Visiting for commencement? We've got you covered with directions, hotel information and more.
Welcome to the Alumni Family
Want to stay connected after graduation? Get involved with the NIU Alumni Association to connect with a network of more than 244,000 Huskies in Illinois and around the world.
- Fun events and volunteer activities.
- Professional networking opportunities.
- Other discounts and perks.
Accessibility
Learn about accommodations for those with disabilities or special needs.
Spot Your Name!
Look yourself up on the graduation, Dean's and academic excellence lists.