CUNY SPS COMMENCEMENT 2027
Commencement is a milestone achievement; a time to commemorate your accomplishments and celebrate your future. The CUNY School of Professional Studies is delighted to celebrate this momentous occasion with you!
The 2027 Commencement ceremony will be held next spring. Details on the ceremony date, time & venue will be announced in early 2027.
Looking for 2026 Commencement information?
Visit the CUNY SPS 2026 Commencement site to access post Commencement resources and information for the Class of 2026.
Applying to Graduate
Students who hope to be part of the Class of 2027 must first submit the Application to Graduate form to the Registrar's office based on the deadlines below. This step begins the audit process that must be completed before your degree can be issued. If you have questions about your application, please contact the Office of Registrar.
Semester of Final Coursework / Application to Graduate Deadline
- Fall 2026 / November 1, 2026
- Winter 2027 / November 1, 2026
- Spring 2027 / March 1, 2027
- Summer 2027 / August 1, 2027
Per School policy, students who have no more than two remaining courses to complete their degree requirements at the end of the Spring semester are permitted to participate in Commencement. To do so, the student must be registered for the final course(s) in the summer term.
Completing and submitting this application DOES NOT guarantee you attendance at the Spring 2027 commencement ceremony.
Attending the Spring 2027 Graduation
Attending the Spring 2027 ceremony requires a separate RSVP. The invitation to RSVP will be sent via email in early spring, and will only be sent after your application has been approved by the Registrar's office. RSVPs will be accepted only through the response process outlined in the email invitation; the deadline to RSVP is usually in mid-April.
Information about becoming student speaker, applying to perform the national anthem, taking senior portraits, ordering regalia, and more can be found on the Commencement site.
Questions about commencement can be directed to commencement@sps.cuny.edu.