Commencement
Fall 2021 Commencement Ceremonies
Graduate School
- Doors open 1 p.m.
- Ceremony begins at 2 p.m.
- Graduate School assembly instructions (DOC)
Undergraduate
Sunday, December 12, 2021
CLAS, CEET, CVPA
- Doors open 9 a.m.
- Ceremony begins at 10 a.m.
- CLAS, CEET, CVPA assembly instructions (DOC)
Sunday, December 12, 2021
COB, CEDU, CHHS
- Doors open 1 p.m.
- Ceremony begins at 2 p.m.
- COB, CEDU, CHHS assembly instructions (DOC)
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.