Commencement
Annual Commencement
Each year, CUNY BA celebrates the achievements of our graduates in an intimate ceremony that recognizes each graduate for their unique experiences and achievements. Unlike larger CUNY colleges, and in line with the program’s dedication to individualized studies, our commencement ceremony is truly one-of-a-kind.
Information for Graduates
To participate in commencement, you must have completed a graduation audit. If you’re unsure if you qualify, be sure to meet with your academic advisor to discuss graduation requirements.
For commencement 2025 you will have to be part of the following graduating classes:
- September 2024
- January 2025
- (potential) June 2025
- (potential) September 2025
The Commencement ceremony will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Please check back in early Spring 2025 for more news on registration, guests, cap and gown orders, and other relevant information.
Home College Commencement
We recognize that our students often also feel a strong bond to their home campus. We schedule our commencement ceremony at the tail end of commencement season so you can participate in both your home campus and our ceremonies.
In March of each year, our Registrar sends the names of graduates and potential graduates to senior colleges. Please note that some colleges do not allow upcoming September graduates to walk in June while CUNY BA does. If you have questions about your home college’s commencement, please contact your home college directly.
Commencement Photos
Each year, Grad Images takes photos of our commencement ceremony, including portraits of graduates. If you are looking for your photos, please check www.gradimages.com to order your past CUNY BA Commencement photos.
To search for your pictures, please put:
- Your last name
- CUNY Baccalaureate Program where it says School Name
- Your ceremony year where it says Graduation Year
If you have any inquiries about photos, you can contact GradImages Customer Service Department at (800) 261-2576, online at www.gradimages.com, or email ecc.giservice@gradimages.net.
2025 Commencement Ceremony
The 2025 CUNY BA Commencement Ceremony will take place at The Graduate Center, CUNY, 365 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10016. The date will be Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
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