Commencement

This May, commencement ceremonies will be held at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

College of Dental Medicine Ceremonies

Predoctoral Class Day recognizes students in the graduating class who are receiving special honors.

Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Time 4:30– 6 p.m. (guest admittance begins at 3:30 p.m.)
Alumni Auditorium

Reception in the Schaeffer Gallery immediately following the ceremony

The Predoctoral Graduation Ceremony celebrates the accomplishments of graduating predoctoral students from the College of Dental Medicine. In preparation for our upcoming graduation ceremony, we are partnering with Tassel to streamline various aspects of the event, including ticketing, name pronunciation, and the selection of your hooder(s). Tickets will be required to attend the school ceremony and must be obtained through Tassel. Graduates will be sent an email when the portal is live for registration.

Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM (guest admittance begins at 9:00 AM)
Location: The Armory, 216 Fort Washington Ave at 168th Street

Livestream Predoctoral Graduation Here

The Postdoctoral Graduation Ceremony celebrates the accomplishments of graduating postdoctoral students & residents from specialty programs and NYP residency programs at the College of Dental Medicine. In preparation for our upcoming graduation ceremony, we are partnering with Tassel to streamline various aspects of the event, including ticketing, name pronunciation, and the selection of your hooder(s). Tickets will be required to attend the school ceremony and must be obtained through Tassel. Graduates will be sent an email when the portal is live for registration.

Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM (guest admittance begins at 2:00 PM)
Location: The Armory, 216 Fort Washington Ave at 168th Street

Livestream Postdoctoral Graduation Here

Commencement season is a time to celebrate our students' accomplishments. To honor our students and guests, audience disruptions and interruption of speakers are not permitted. All participants and guests attending Commencement season events understand and agree to follow the responsibilities outlined in University policies, including the Rules of University Conduct, Anti-Discrimination and Discriminatory Harassment Policy, and Standards and Discipline. Those found in violation will be asked to discontinue and may be asked to leave the venue.