Arlington Commencement

Friday, May 8, 2026
4:00 p.m. ET

EventsArlington Commencement

Arlington Commencement

Friday, May 8, 2026
4:00 p.m. ET

The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Hall,
101 Callahan Drive,
Alexandria, VA 22301-2751

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Duration:

The ceremony is expected to last 60 minutes.

For questions about the Arlington Commencement, please contact [email protected].

Eligibility

All degree candidates who complete their degree requirements in Arlington between Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 are eligible to attend the Arlington Commencement.

Tickets

Each graduate can claim up to 4 guest tickets.

Students will receive instructions to claim tickets in their Northeastern email address in January/February.

To go back to your guest tickets, follow these instructions:
– Log in to northea stern.tassel.com using your Northeastern email address.
– Click “Print/Email Tickets.” You have the option to either print each ticket or email your tickets to your guests.

Ticket FAQ

Can I register to claim extra tickets?

If would like to request additional guest tickets please send your request to this email – [email protected]
Be sure to include the amount of additional tickets you need.

Do children and babies need tickets?

Children 2 years or younger who are able to sit on an adult’s lap for the duration of the ceremony do not need a ticket. Please note that strollers are prohibited. Children older than 2 years must have a ticket.

What if I do not claim or use all of my tickets during registration?

After your initial ticket registration, you can log back into the ticketing webpage to access the remainder of your tickets until the day of the ceremony.

Grad Fair

Please join us for our Grad Fair to learn more about registering for your ceremony, ordering your cap and gown, and more! There is also an opportunity to take a senior portrait. Sign up using the link below.

Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Time: 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Husky Lounge

If you have any questions about attending, please contact [email protected]

Register Here

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