Seattle Commencement

Thursday, May 21, 2026
4:00 p.m. PT

EventsSeattle Commencement

Seattle Commencement

Thursday, May 21, 2026
4:00 p.m. PT

Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle, WA, 98101

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Duration:

The ceremony is expected to last 90 minutes.

The ceremony will be livestreamed for all who are unable to attend.

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

Eligibility

The following students are eligible to attend the Seattle Commencement:

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

All CPS Doctoral candidates who complete their degree requirements in Seattle in Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025, or Winter 2026.

Tickets

Each graduate can claim up to 3 guest tickets.

For questions, please email [email protected].

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

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.

Do you need additional guest tickets for the Seattle Commencement ceremony?

Additional ticket requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. There is no guarantee that additional tickets will be available. Approved requests will be issued on a rolling basis.
This form will close on May 1st.

2026 Seattle Commencement Ceremony Additional Guest Ticket Request Form – Fill out form

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