University of Notre Dame Commencement

05/07/2026

https://news.nd.edu/news/martin-soros-selected-as-valedictorian-allison-elshoff-named-salutatorian-for-the-class-of-2026/

The 181st University Commencement Ceremony will be held May 17 (Sunday) in Notre Dame Stadium for graduates and guests. During the ceremony, Soros will deliver the valedictory address and Elshoff will offer the invocation.

04/28/2026

Friday, May 15
6 – 7 p.m.
The High Kings Concert
Hesburgh Library Mall
Free

04/23/2026

Jostens announcements are available!

The graduation announcement is to help communicate your accomplishments with your family, friends, and others who care about you.

Please note, "Second Degree" is only for students in a dual degree program, receiving degrees from two colleges, not a second major in another college. There are very few students who achieve a dual degree.

Also, we only offer majors, minors, concentrations, and Latin Honors on the dropdowns. If you have additional majors, minors, or concentration than the number allowed, please contact Jostens. Congratulations!

Order your class yearbook, shop for your custom class ring, shop for your graduation needs, and show your pride with custom school apparel and gifts.

04/23/2026

Notre Dame Class of 2026 Commencement Wine:
Toast your achievements with exclusive Notre Dame Family Wines from Eric & Lisa Jensen’s Harvey & Harriet winery, proudly honoring their daughter, Vivi (’26). Add the perfect celebratory sparkle to your Commencement with our Class of 2026 Blanc de Blanc.

Wine

04/22/2026

Cap & Gown Pick-up dates have been extended for Masters and Undergraduate gowns:

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 through Saturday, May 2, 2026
After May 2, pickup will resume again beginning Monday, May 11.

Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore - 2nd floor at the Textbook counter

Monday - Saturday - 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday - 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

04/15/2026

TODAY is the LAST DAY to order your bachelor or master cap & gown for commencement.

If you chose "Bookstore Pickup", those orders are available for pickup April 14-18 ONLY, at the Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore.
Hours: 8:00am - 7:00pm.

Cap and Gown regalia

03/19/2026

https://news.nd.edu/news/sister-raffaella-petrini-f-s-e-president-of-the-pontifical-commission-and-governorate-of-vatican-city-state-to-deliver-2026-commencement-address/

Sister Raffaella Petrini, F.S.E., president of the Pontifical Commission and Governorate of Vatican City State, will be the principal speaker and receive an honorary degree at the University of Notre Dame’s 181st University Commencement Ceremony on May 17, Notre Dame President Rev. Robert A. Dowd,...

03/15/2026

Timothy Shriver, chairman of Special Olympics, to receive 2026 Laetare Medal

Laetare Medal Recipient

01/08/2026

Students attending the May 15-17, 2026, Commencement Weekend can now order their cap and gowns. Please review the following page:

Cap and Gown regalia

12/23/2025

The Preliminary 2026 Diploma Ceremony Schedule is available. Please note the full Schedule of Events listing will be available in late February or early March.

Diploma ceremonies schedule