The All-University Commencement for the Class of 2024 will take place on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Commencement ceremonies will also take place in May at NYU Abu Dhabi and NYU Shanghai, as well as individual school graduation ceremonies occurring throughout New York City.  

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All-University Commencement Exercises

Violet banners will fly high over Yankee Stadium on May 15, 2024 as New York University convenes its 191st Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2024. The All-University Commencement will recognize graduates for the September 2023, January 2024, and May 2024 terms.   

All-University Commencement ticket ordering will close on Sunday, April 28.

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Commencement Honorees

Several distinguished individuals will be recognized at Commencement through the presentation of honorary degrees and other awards and medals. Martha Minow, the 300th Anniversary University Professor at Harvard and former dean of Harvard Law School, will speak on behalf of the honorary degree recipients.

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Martha Minow (Credit: Harvard University)

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  • Text questions to Gradbot, our AI chatbot with answers to all Commencement-related questions. Text ‘Hi’ to 866-297-0683 to get started.
  • Visit the All-University Commencement and FAQ pages.
  • Contact the Office of University Events via email or phone at 212-998-6860. 
  • Visit the Graduation and Diplomas page for graduation eligibility information.