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Fall 2026 Commencement Information
Fall 2026 commencement will be held off campus at Frontwave Arena on Dec. 20, 2026. Graduates will receive information on how to register for commencement by the first week of October.
Ceremony times and college assignments will be available after Oct. 1, 2026.
Fall 2026 GradFest
Get ready for your big day! GradFest is your one-stop event for all things Commencement. Connect with campus
partners and vendors, attend a Commencement information session, get answers to your
questions, and start preparing to celebrate your achievement.
Learn More About GradFest
Learn More About GradFest
Upcoming Deadlines
| Deadline Date | Deadline Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 1 | 4 p.m. | Eligible fall 2026 graduates will receive commencement information email. Final December commencement schedule posted. |
| Oct. 1 | 4 p.m. | Faculty and staff commencement sign-ups open. |
| Nov. 10 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Fall 2026 GradFest |
| Nov. 13 | 11:59 p.m. | Commencement registration closes |
| Nov. 20 | 11:59 p.m. | Last day to claim guest tickets |
Faculty and Staff Participation
Learn how to participate in commencement and stay informed. Information on roles, participation guidelines, sign-up instructions and important deadlines will be available starting Oct. 1.
Spring and Summer 2027 Graduates
May 21-22, 2027 (subject to change)
The website should also be updated with May commencement information for students
graduating in spring or summer 2027 by March 1, 2027.
Save the Date: May 2027 Commencement
More information will be available beginning March 1, 2027.
Please email the Commencement Office with any questions that you may have: commencement@csusm.edu.
Save the Date: May 2027 Commencement
More information will be available beginning March 1, 2027.
Please email the Commencement Office with any questions that you may have: commencement@csusm.edu.