For Students
Are you ready for graduation?
Commencement celebrates all that students have brought to the university during their time at AU.
All ceremonies will be live-streamed on the Commencement website.
Are you ready for graduation?
Plan your visit to American University
Spring 2026 celebration schedule.
We are proud to welcome a distinguished group of Pulitzer Prize winners, best-selling authors, and transformative social leaders. From the halls of Congress and the front lines of global diplomacy to the pinnacle of investigative journalism, the speakers for AU’s 151st commencement have dedicated their careers to chronicling—and shaping—the defining stories of the 21st century. We look forward to the insights they will share as they celebrate our graduates.
Find out more about our spring Commencement speakers.
Have questions about Commencement? We’re here to help! Join our virtual office hours to speak directly with the Commencement team about ceremony details, regalia, tickets, accessibility, or any other questions you may have.
When: Friday, 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. ET
Where: via Zoom
No appointment is needed—just drop in during office hours and get the answers you need to feel ready for your big day!