Commencement at American University

All American University Commencement ceremonies take place in Bender Arena and will be live-streamed. Each ceremony lasts approximately two to two and a half hours. Ceremonies include both undergraduate and graduate students for each school.

Fall 2024

Sunday, December 15, 2024

9:00 a.m.: College of Arts and Sciences
School of Public Affairs
School of Communication
Washington College of Law
1:30 p.m.: Kogod School of Business
School of International Service
School of Education
Professional Studies

Spring 2025

Friday, May 9, 2025

9:00 a.m.: College of Arts and Sciences
2:00 p.m.: School of International Service

Saturday, May 10, 2025

9:00 a.m.: School of Public Affairs
2:00 p.m.: School of Communication; School of Education
6:00 p.m.: Kogod School of Business; Graduate and Professional Studies

Saturday, May 17, 2025

10:00 a.m.: Washington College of Law

Affinity Graduations

American University’s Affinity Graduations are designed to celebrate the commencement and academic achievements of students from historically underrepresented communities.