Commencement
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Response
Commencement ceremonies for spring and summer 2020 graduates, which were scheduled for the weekend of Aug. 7-8, have been postponed. No new date has been established at this time. We will update graduates on future decisions regarding these ceremonies on this page and via email.
Your status as an NIU graduate will not be affected by this delay. If you complete the requirements for a degree this spring or summer your transcript will show that you've earned a degree, and you'll receive your diploma in the mail four to six weeks after the end of your final semester as long as there are no holds on your account. A bursar hold will prevent your diploma from being sent.
For more information, please read the Commencement Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
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.