May 2021 Commencement

2021 Commencement Update

In accordance with its COVID-19 protocols, Indiana University Bloomington is planning in-person May Commencement ceremonies at all of its campuses for graduates only. Details for attending Commencement and having family and friends join virtually will be shared soon. Please let us know your interest in attending.

Are you interested in attending in-person?

2020 Grads Are Welcome

If you’ve already earned your degree in any month during 2020, you're cordially invited to return to campus and participate on this occasion.

Which Commencement ceremony should you attend?

2021 graduate ceremony

Candidates for all master’s, doctorate, and specialist degrees; Ph.D.’s; artist diplomas; and performer diplomas who complete requirements between January 1 and August 31, 2021. All 2020 graduates are welcome to return to campus and participate too.

2021 undergraduate ceremony

Candidates for all bachelor’s and associate degrees who complete requirements between January 1 and August 31, 2021. All 2020 graduates are welcome to return to campus and participate too.

Recognition events

Held by individual schools, departments, and programs before or after the main Commencement exercises.

2021 December Ceremony

Candidates for all degrees who complete requirements during fall term 2021.