CLA Undergraduate Commencement

Graduates throwing caps in the air in front of the columns of Northrop

CLA Undergraduate Commencement 2025

Sunday, May 18

Two ceremonies (according to CLA major): 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Details are sent from [email protected] to the UMN email of graduating students

CLA celebrates Undergraduate Commencement once annually, at the conclusion of the spring semester. Next year's ceremony on May 17, 2026, will honor CLA graduates who attained or will attain their bachelor degree in Summer 2025, Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Ceremonies

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