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Duke Commencement 2026

May 8 – 10, 2026

2026 Commencement Ceremony Livestream

2026 Commencement Program

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A group of students smiling and posing on next to the side windows of Duke Chapel
Graduates on the lawn in front of Duke Chapel throwing their hats at the camera
Graduates sitting on a wall with trees in the background
Four students tossing their caps on the lawn in front of 4 arched windows in Duke stone
Four graduates sit on a Duke stone wall with bubbles in the foreground

Congratulations
Class of 2026!

On May 8 – 10, your hard work at Duke culminates with all the pomp and circumstance your accomplishment deserves.

Students

It’s your big day! Find everything you need to get ready for Commencement.

Get Ready

Friends & Family

Share in the celebration! Find out how to navigate Durham, Duke, and your student’s big day.

Plan your Visit

Commencement Weekend Events

Commencement Ceremony

Sunday, May 10
9:00 a.m. Procession of Candidates
9:30 a.m. Ceremony
Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium

Commencement Ceremony

School and Departmental Ceremonies
& Other Events

Browse the full list of the weekend’s events.
Don’t miss a chance to celebrate with your family, friends, and classmates!

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Baccalaureate Services

Friday, May 8
1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Students will line up 30 minutes before their service.
Duke Chapel & Page Auditorium

Registration Information & Other Details