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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 2026

Sunday, December 20, 2026

9:00 a.m.
Schools TBD
1:30 p.m.
Schools TBD

Commencement Celebrations

School Receptions

Receptions will immediately follow the Commencement ceremony unless otherwise noted.

For upcoming commencement dates, please check the preliminary academic calendars. It is important to note that these dates are subject to change.