Commencement
Celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2026!
Congratulations, Class of 2026! We know your commencement day is a special one and we are committed to making sure you have all the details you need. This webpage will be updated with all the information related to commencement including cap and gown requirements and ticket information. We wish you the best of luck on your special day and congratulations again!
Commencement 2026
Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 21, 2026*
9:30 am | Graduate Check-in (Field House)
10:30 am | Processional begins**
11:00 am | Ceremony begins (Tent)
*Severe Weather Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
**Tent entry is paused for guests during processional.
Graduate Rehearsal
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
5:30 pm | Asiaf Field House (Gym) and Tent
Followed by an Alumni Reception starting at 6:30 pm.
Relive Commencement 2025
Relive last year’s 58th Commencement Ceremony and view our video recording, and program from the special occasion!
View our photo galleries of Commencement, departmental pinnings, and recognition ceremonies!
Information for Graduates
Tickets
Each Massasoit graduate will be eligible to receive up to four tickets for family and friends to join the audience under the Commencement tent during the ceremony.
Additionally, the ceremony will be livestreamed on this webpage during the event.
Ticket Pick-up Schedule
Brockton - Student Lounge, Student Center
- Monday, April 27 through Friday, May 8
- 10:00 am to 1:00 pm & 3:00 to 5:00 pm
Canton - Student Commons
- Tuesday, April 28 & Wednesday, April 29
- 10:00 am to 1:00 pm & 2:00 to 4:30 pm
Caps & Gowns
Graduation caps, gowns, and additional regalia are ordered through our vendor Oak Hall. Complete a cap and gown order form and your order will be shipped to your address. Deadline to order is April 26, 2026.
*Early College/New Heights students will be wearing regalia from high school and do not need to order.
Student Singer & Speaker
Deadline for both applications is Friday, April 17.
Student Singer
Excited at the chance to represent the Class of 2026 and sing “America the Beautiful” on stage for Commencement? If so, please complete the Student Singer application and submit a sample clip of you singing.
Student Speaker
Do you want to share your story and words of encouragement with your fellow graduates? Excited at the chance to represent the Class of 2026 on stage for Commencement? If so, please complete the Student Speaker application and submit a written sample.
FAQs
Still have questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page for answers on:
- Commencement Day Instructions
- Ceremony Livestream
- Cords & Stoles
- Diplomas
- Eligibility
- Photographs
- Parking
- Severe Weather Plan
Accessibility & Accommodations
Massasoit is committed to ensuring the Commencement Ceremony is accessible to all who wish to attend.
Commencement Season
Different areas of the College will host events in addition to Commencement to celebrate our graduates.
Post Graduate Resources
All Massasoit alumni are eligible for career services on campus.