Master's Convocation May 13, 2026 3:00 pm

A Celebration of our 2025 Graduates

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Master's School of Graduate Studies Ceremony 
Date: May 13, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm (doors open at 1:30 pm)
Location: Jersey Mike's Arena

 

 

More information regarding ticketing, registration and details coming soon!

 

 Is Convocation the same as the 259th Anniversary Commencement?

SGS Convocation for Ph.D. graduates is May 13, 2025 at 10:00 am, the master's ceremony is May 13, 2025 at 3:00 pm. The 259th University Commencement is Sunday, May 17th and does not include individual student recognition. Convocation events are school-specific and will recognize graduates individually.

 

Is Convocation & Commencement mandatory?

These are not mandatory to attend. It is up to you if you wish to attend! You can attend both, one, or neither.

 

What do I need to do to ensure I am eligible to graduate?

Please refer to the appropriate checklist located here: https://grad.rutgers.edu/academics/graduation. Please submit all documents to sgs.degree.submissions@grad.rutgers.edu. 

 

What time should I arrive to the JMA for Convocation?

Please arrive at least an hour before the ceremony start time.

 

Will I get my diploma at Convocation?

Diplomas will not be distributed at Convocation. They are mailed out by the Registrar about 6 weeks after graduating.

 

Once I get to the JMA where do I go?

Graduates will enter the JMA through the side entrance (near the parking lot), scan their ticket and walk towards the rear of the building, and go down the stairs to the marshaling area.

 

Will there be Wi-Fi?

Yes, #ScarletWifi is available to guests.

 

What do I wear?

Academic regalia is required to participate in Convocation.

 

Where do I order regalia?

Website URLs to Order Regalia:

Rutgers Healthhttps://oakhallcg.com/pages/rutgershealth

Rutgers NBhttps://oakhallcg.com/pages/rutgersnbu

Rutgers NB Faculty:   https://oakhallcg.com/pages/rutgersfaculty

 

 

Do I need to have a ticket or to RSVP to attend?

Yes, you and your guests will need to tickets to enter JMA. 

 

How many guests can I bring to Convocation?

All 2026 ceremonies at Jersey Mike's Arena will require tickets for entry into the arena. More information on ticketing will be available closer to the event date.

 

Where do I park for the SGS convocation?

Parking is free and available in the Yellow lot & Green lot near the Jersey Mikes Arena on Livingston Campus.

Green & Yellow lot parking picture
Picture of Green & Yellow parking lot in reference to the JMA.
Green & Yellow ADA lot parking picture
Picture of ADA parking in reference to the JMA.