Future Dates

In celebration of the academic year’s class of graduates, CU Â鶹ӰԺ’s commencement ceremony happens once a year in the spring. Whether you’re graduating in the fall, spring or summer semester, you’re welcome to attend the commencement ceremony. We look forward to formally recognizing you and your many achievements!

Academic Year 2024–25

Fall 2024

  • Degree Conferral Date: Thursday, December 19
  • Recognition Ceremonies: Thursday, December 19 - Friday, December 20

Spring 2025

  • Commencement Ceremony: Thursday, May 8
  • Recognition Ceremonies: Thursday, May 8 - Saturday, May 10

Summer 2025

  • Degree Conferral Date: Wednesday, August 20

Academic Year 2025–26

Fall 2025

  • Degree Conferral Date: Friday, December 12
    The academic calendar will be adjusted beginning Fall of 2025; the winter degree conferral date reflects this adjustment.
  • Recognition Ceremonies: Friday, December 12 - Saturday, December 13

Spring 2026

  • Commencement Ceremony: Saturday, May 2
  • Recognition Ceremonies: To Be Announced
    The academic calendar will be adjusted beginning Fall of 2025; the dates for recognition ceremonies have not yet been finalized.

Summer 2026

  • Degree Conferral Date: Thursday, August 13
    The academic calendar will be adjusted beginning Fall of 2025; the summer degree conferral date reflects this adjustment.

Academic Year 2026–27

Fall 2026

  • Degree Conferral Date: Friday, December 11
  • Recognition Ceremonies: Friday, December 11- Saturday, December 12

Spring 2027

  • Commencement Ceremony: Saturday, May 1
  • Recognition Ceremonies: To Be Announced
    With the academic calendar adjustment beginning Fall of 2025, the dates for recognition ceremonies will adjust and future dates will be based on Spring 2026 dates once established.

Summer 2027

  • Degree Conferral Date: Thursday, August 12

All dates listed are subject to change.

Review the Academic Calendar

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