Commencement 2026


Emory's 181st Commencement will be held May 7–11, 2026, at the Gas South District in Duluth, Georgia, and on Emory's campuses in Oxford and Atlanta. Beginning in 2026, Emory will hold its university Commencement ceremony, bachelor's degree diploma ceremonies, and large graduate and professional school diploma ceremonies at the Gas South District Arena and Convention Center.

Read more about the venue change

Ceremony Schedule

See the schedule for the university Commencement and school diploma ceremonies, including dates, times, and locations. Further ceremony details and additional activities will be added to the schedule as available.

See 2026 Schedule

Plan Your Visit

View initial information to help you plan your visit, including nearby hotel options. More detailed logistics will be published closer to Commencement.

Plan your Visit

Remembering Commencement 2025


View coverage of Emory's 180th Commencement, including photos, videos, and profiles of outstanding graduates and this year's student and faculty award winners.

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Usher Raymond IV smiling and clapping after giving his keynote address