Graduation Information
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Graduates, it's time to shine! After years of hard work and dedication, the moment has finally arrived for you to proudly walk across the stage and receive your well-deserved diploma. This graduation ceremony marks a significant milestone in your life and we couldn't be prouder of all that you have accomplished. As you prepare to embark on your next adventure, take a moment to reflect on all of the memories, friendships, and lessons learned during your time here. Let's celebrate this unforgettable moment together, as we honor your achievements and celebrate the beginning of a bright future. Congratulations Graduates!
2026 Spring Commencement Ceremony:
We will come together to recognize the many accomplishments of our graduates and mark their passage into the company of scholars on 8:30 a.m. MDT Saturday, May 2, 2026. The main commencement ceremony will be held at Folsom Field stadium. No tickets or registration are required.
Spring 2026 Recognition Ceremony (Master of Data Science Department Ceremony):
Date and time:
Friday, May 1st, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM MST
Doors will open at 5:00 PM MST
Ceremony: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM MST
Reception: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM MST
Recognition ceremony and Reception will be held at Recreation Center Upper Gym.
The ceremony will also be live-streamed via Zoom:
Parking
All campus parking lots, with exception of Lot 380 (located near Macky Auditorium), will be open on a space-available basis for public parking. Parking on campus, including at parking meters and pay station lots, is not charged on recognition ceremony days (Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2). (Map)
Spring 2026 Important Dates
- March 1, 2026—Last day for graduate and MBA students to submit or cancel a graduation application (residential students only)
- April 1, 2026—Last day to submit a graduation application to get your name in the 2025–26 commencement program (residential students only)
- April 1, 2026—Last day for law students to submit or cancel a graduation application (residential students only)
- May 22, 2026—Deadline for undergraduate, master’s and law students to update diploma name and address
- June 16, 2026—Diploma delivery window begins for spring graduates
For more information on applying for graduation, how to update your diploma name or address, or other graduation process-related questions, please visit the Office of the Registrar's Graduation & Commencement page. Note:When students apply online for graduation, their names go onto the graduation roster for the term they specify. Participation in graduation ceremonies is optional. If you are nearing graduation, be sure to work with your advisor to complete all degree requirements and the necessary Apply for Degree paperwork. (Only for on-campus graduate students)
Cap & Gown Information
If you plan to attend the Data Science Graduation Recognition Ceremony and/or the Commencement Ceremony in-person, you will be required to wear formal graduation attire (cap & gown). Regalia for Master's students includes a Master's cap, gown, hood, tassel with graduation year date (please select 'Engineering' as your major/curriculum of study) and must be ordered from the CU Boulder Bookstore and costs around $53.98 plus tax and shipping. Please note that the Bookstore does free shipping on Fridays. The deadline to order regalia is Friday, March 27th at 11:59 p.m. MT.
Forever Buffs
You are a Forever Buff! You are part of a family with 300,000 CU Boulder alumni and over 35,000 students who engage, contribute and celebrate CU.
Be sure to pick up your legacy cord if you have a family member who graduated from CU. As part of the Forever Buffs initiative, the CU Boulder Alumni Association has started a new tradition by providing “legacy cords” to graduating students whose family members are CU alumni. The black and gold cords are worn with your cap and gown to recognize your tie to a CU legacy family. More information on the Buffalo Legacy program is available on the Alumni Association's website.
LinkedIn Group
Please join our LinkedIn Alumni Group where we bring together current students and graduates from CU Boulder’s Data Science program to connect, collaborate, and grow - both professionally and academically.
Graduate Survey
Be on the lookout for a graduate survey about 6 months after you graduate! You will be entered to win a prize for completing this survey.
Share your story with us!
We know our students come from diverse backgrounds, bring unique perspectives, and have incredible goals - and we’d love to spotlight yours. Selected stories will be featured on our blog, social media, and other platforms to help inspire future students and showcase the amazing work happening in our community.