{"id":236,"date":"2026-06-10T08:48:50","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T12:48:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/business.cornell.edu\/students\/?page_id=236"},"modified":"2026-07-01T12:40:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T16:40:47","slug":"graduation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/business.cornell.edu\/students\/graduation\/","title":{"rendered":"Graduation & next steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<\/head>
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Congratulations on reaching this milestone. Find the university resources for ceremonies, regalia, guest planning, accessibility, livestreams, and schedule updates. Students should complete all college or school-specific graduation steps and review Cornell’s official Commencement resources for the most current event information.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Wearing the cap, gown and tassel is traditional and required for participation in the procession and both university and individual school ceremonies.  You can order your cap and gown<\/a> through The Cornell Store. Your cap and gown are yours to keep—there is no need to return them.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/article>\n <\/div>\n

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Cornell’s Office of Commencement Events maintains the official university Commencement information for students, families, faculty, staff and volunteers. Use the university Commencement website for the full weekend schedule, ceremony details, accommodations, dining, parking, mobility assistance, announcement cards, livestreams, electronic programs and other event information. <\/p>\n

Ceremony dates, livestreams, locations, weather updates and recognition details can be found on the Cornell University Commencement website.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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May Commencement Weekend<\/h3>\n \n
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May Commencement Weekend includes university ceremonies and related events for graduates and guests. Graduation candidates and families should refer to Cornell’s May Commencement resources<\/a> for current information.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/article>\n <\/div>\n

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Cornell also holds December Recognition for December graduates. The latest information can be found on Cornell’s December Recognition site<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/article>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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Commencement schedules are subject to change in the event of severe weather. Graduation candidates and guests should check the university Commencement website<\/a> for current information before and during Commencement events.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/article>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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Post graduation next steps<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n \n
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As a recent graduate now pursuing advanced studies or beginning your career, there are many ways of staying connected and resources at your disposal.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Career Services<\/a><\/h3>\n \n
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Cornell’s Career Services offers help with career exploration, resumes, graduate and professional school advising, legal careers, internship and full-time job searches, fellowships, and more. We encourage you to explore, expand and connect with the new Career Development Network<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/article>\n <\/div>\n

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Our diverse, global network is united by a vision — using business to build a better world. This shared ethos keeps us connected long after graduation. Cornell’s Office of Alumni Affairs<\/a> can also help you network professionally, grow intellectually, engage socially, and give back to the university’s many communities.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/article>\n <\/div>\n

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Where flexibility meets excellence. eCornell provides executive development and online certificate programs to students around the world where you can learn on your schedule. Courses are developed by Cornell faculty to help you gain today’s in-demand skills.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/article>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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Your career journey continues well beyond graduation. From resume and interview resources to CUeLINKS, Cornell provides tools and connections to help you build skills, expand your network, and navigate your next steps with confidence. Whether you are launching your career, exploring new opportunities, or growing professionally, these resources help you stay connected to the powerful Cornell community.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n

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Big Interview<\/a><\/h3>\n

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