Commencement Ceremony 2024

Commencement Ceremony in blue lettering against a white and blue patterned backdrop.
Live Stream and Captioning
A live stream for this event will be available on this page at the scheduled start time. Live English closed captioning is available by clicking the “CC” icon at the bottom of the player window. If the live stream player is unavailable in your region, a secondary stream is available here.

In addition, live captioning and automated translations are available at this link. The following language translations are available: Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Hindi, Persian, Thai, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, and Korean.

Update at 1:15 p.m.: The GSD Commencement Ceremony is temporarily delayed due to inclement weather.

Update at 2:10 p.m.:  The GSD Commencement Ceremony will begin shortly.  Students, faculty, and family members are now assembling.

Commencement for the academic year 2023–2024 will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2024. Commencement Day activities include ceremonies in Harvard Yard and at the GSD, and the Harvard Commencement Address. The GSD Diploma Ceremony is expected to begin between 12:45 p.m. and 1:15 p.m. However, we advise graduates and guests to allow for flexibility in their plans. 

Please visit the GSD’s Commencement Week page for more information. You may also wish to view the university-wide Commencement site.

Harvard University welcomes individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you would like to request accommodations or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the Public Programs Office at (617) 496-2414 or [email protected] in advance of your participation or visit. Requests for American Sign Language interpreters and/or CART providers should be made at least two weeks in advance. Please note that the University will make every effort to secure services, but that services are subject to availability.

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