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Commencement is a culmination of everything you have accomplished, and we look forward to celebrating with you! 

 

Mount St. Joseph University May 2026 Commencement Ceremony

Commencement will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The commencement ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. for Graduate and Doctoral programs, and 2:30 p.m. for Undergraduate programs. The ceremony will be held in the Harrington Center Gym. 

Friday, May 8, 2026

Baccalaureate Mass

Mater Dei Chapel

6 p.m. Ceremony

Saturday, May 9, 2026

Commencement Ceremony

Harrington Center Gym

Graduate Ceremony: 10 a.m.

Undergraduate Ceremony: 2:30 p.m. 

 Commencement livestream link for those who cannot attend the Ceremony:

Visit here to livestream our Commencement Ceremony, or visit our Youtube Link here.

Navigating the Mount: Your Guide to Campus

  Campus Map and Directions
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Apply for Graduation

You've worked hard—now it's time to make it official. We're here to walk you through the graduation application process here.

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Grad Finale Event

Explore your one-stop-shop for your upcoming graduation needs and post-graduation life at our Grad Finale Event here.

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Baccalaureate Mass

Join us for a moment of reflection in the Mater Dei Chapel before you walk across the stage and into the next chapter. Find details here.
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Private Program Ceremonies

Find various program-specific ceremonies, celebrations, and awards at the University here.

Your Commencement Guide: All Your Questions, Answered.

  How do I order my cap and gown?
To order your cap and gown, please visit Josten's Regalia link here for details.
  How long is the ceremony?

The Ceremony normally last between 1.5 to 2 hours.

  When will I receive my diploma?
TBD
  Brunch Information

Mount St. Joseph University

Fifth Third Dining Hall, Seton Center

5701 Delhi Pike

Cincinnati, Ohio 45233

 

Graduates, family and guests who plan to attend the graduation brunch in Fifth Third Dining Hall on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Seating 1: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Seating 2: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

 

  How should I dress?

Please wear your gown, cap, tassel, and stole.  Please wear shoes suitable for walking and stairs.

 

Decorated graduation CAPS are NOT permitted during the commencement ceremony--No balloons, poster boards or signs are permitted in the Harrington Gym.

  What time is Commencement and where should I arrive?

Please line up in the Old Gym.

 

Graduate line-up begins at 9 a.m.

Undergraduates line-up begins at 1:30 p.m.

 

  What time and where should my family and guests arrive for Commencement?

Doors open for guests at 9:30 a.m. Graduate Ceremony.

 

Doors open for guests at 1:30 p.m. Undergraduate Ceremony.

  Where is guest seating?

Seating is bleacher seating with some chairs on the floor. All seating is first come first serve.

  Where is accessibility seating for guests?

Should anyone in your party require accessibility seating, please email your request to Kim Van Winkle at kim.vanwinkle@msj.edu<mailto:kim.vanwinkle@msj.edu no later than 10 a.m. Monday, May 4th. (First & Last Name of the person for accessible seating and the ceremony they will be attending.)

 

Limited handicapped parking will be available and will be first-come, first-served. A handicapped drop-off area is located behind Harrington, as indicated on the map. This is a drop-off point only—drivers will be instructed to drop off passengers and then proceed back to the West Lot for parking.

  Where should my guest park?

Those attending graduation will primarily park in the West Lot. Once the West Lot is full, overflow parking will move to the Parking Garage and the Upper East Lot.

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Light the Way

Aliyah Huff, '21, School of Business & Communication

"After becoming an MSJ student, what surprised me most about the Mount was everyone's willingness to help me succeed, and also how many opportunities there were for me to develop my professional skills."

Congratulations to our class of 2026! We are so proud of each and every one of you.
Once a Lion always a Lion! Check out some of our favorite commencement recaps below:
@mountstjosephu Jumping into graduation day like… 🎓💙 #mountstjosephu #collegegraduation #collegelife #collegecampus ♬ original sound - Mount St. Joseph U


Lead the Way with the Heart of a Lion

With Commencement approaching, we want to help you with next steps to create your network of opportunity.

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Next Stop: Your Future

You've worked hard, and a myriad of opportunities await you. Looking to request your transcripts? View transcript information here to learn more.
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Professional Development Resources

The Career & Experiential Education Center offers assistance to students and alumni by facilitating job assistance and connections with employers, providing graduate school advising, and helping you explore and consider the wide range of personal and professional choices open to you! Stop by our office or contact the career.center@msj.edu to connect with us.
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You're Always Welcome Home

At the Mount, you are always welcome home! Stay connected with us with our alumni events and happenings as you keeping climbing higher. We can't wait to see where life will take your next.