Commencement

Spring Commencement 2026

Empire State University is pleased to host commencement ceremonies in Albany, Manhattan, and Rochester, in May 2026. Visit the Ceremony Information page for more details.

Photography and Videos

View and share the celebration! Photos and video of the winter 2025 commencement ceremonies are now available.

Notice of Photographic and Media Recording

When you attend an Empire State University commencement ceremony, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to such photography, audio, and video recording and its release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for Empire State University’s promotional and marketing purposes now and in the future.