University Commencement ceremonies occur in the Spring only in celebration of the academic year's class of graduates.  Fall graduates from the semester prior as well as summer graduates from the semester following or prior to are welcome to attend.  

Academic Year 2023-24

  • Winter 2023
    Degree Conferral Date is Thursday, December 21

  • Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony
    Thursday, May 9
  • Summer 2024
    Degree Conferral Date is Thursday, August 22

Academic Year 2024-25

  • Winter 2024
    Degree Conferral Date is Thursday, December 19
  • Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony
    Thursday, May 8
  • Summer 2025
    Degree Conferral Date is Thursday, August 21

Academic Year 2025-26

  • Winter 2025
    Degree Conferral Date is Thursday, December 18
  • Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony
    Thursday, May 7
  • Summer 2026
    Degree Conferral Date is Thursday, August 20

Please see the Academic Calendar for additional information. The academic calendar is the main resource for important dates and deadlines for all things related to course registration, add/drop, withdrawing, financial aid, Colorado Opportunity Fund, tuition and bill due dates, and requirement documentation.

All dates listed are subject to change.