2021 Graduate Commencement
Both Virtual and In-Person Commencement Events
This year's Graduate Commencement will be comprised of both virtual and in-person events. The official virtual Graduate Commencement ceremony will premiere at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 15, 2021, but we will also be celebrating with an in-person Commencement experience on-campus for both the Class of 2021 as well as the Class of 2020.
Register to Cross the Stage
This year commencing students can cross the stage in a special Commencement experience taking place on the Worcester State University campus. The event will be held over two days to accommodate all commencing students who desire to participate safely within current public health guidelines.
Class of 2021 Registration
For those completing their graduate studies this academic year, please register below.
Register: Class of 2021
Class of 2020 Registration
For those who completed their graduate studies last academic year, please register below.
Register: Class of 2020
Note: If you require an accommodation to participate in the Commencement experience, please email accessibility@worcester.edu. Requests must be received a minimum of 5 business days in advance.
The Schedule
The schedule is as follows:
Friday, May 14, 2021
- Session 4 - Graduate, 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 15, 2021
- Session 5 - Graduate, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Students and their guests will be allocated to specific time slots and asked to arrive by vehicle - one vehicle per graduating student. For students unable to participate by vehicle, an alternative will be provided. Additional information including how to participate, expectations for students and audience members, arrival times, and more will be sent to all commencing students in advance of the commencement.