Berkeley College Commencement 2026
Let’s get ready for your BIG day at the Prudential Center or Virtual ceremony on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Prudential Center.
Please RSVP by Monday, May 4, 2026, to confirm your attendance at the 2026 Berkeley College Commencement ceremony.
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- Commencement RVSP by:
- Monday, May 4, 2026
@ 11:59 PM (EST)
- Monday, May 4, 2026
- Schedule a graduation picture
- Book your appointment at least 48 hours prior to your campus graduate salute date
- Please see the Schedule Your Graduation Photo section for more information!
- Book your appointment at least 48 hours prior to your campus graduate salute date
- Complete Career Services Employment Verification and Assistance Request
- Please see the Career Services and Assistance section for more information!
- Review the FAQs
Commencement RSVP
Please RSVP by Monday, May 4, 2026
@ 11:59 PM (EST) to confirm your attendance.
If you do not have access to your Berkeley College login information, contact the Berkeley College Helpdesk at 973-653-2180.
Graduate Information Sessions
You Got Questions, We’ve Got Answers.
Graduate Information Session to provide you with all the important details and guidance needed to prepare for the upcoming commencement ceremony.
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
@ 5:30 – 6:30 PM (EST)
Order Your Cap and Gown
Regalia Pickup for Graduates Who Missed the Shipping Deadline
If you were unable to select the home shipment option by the deadline, you may still obtain your regalia (cap and gown) on-site at the Prudential Center on the day of Commencement. Upon arrival, please complete graduate check-in and then proceed to the regalia distribution room for pickup.
Please note that regalia will be available in limited quantities and will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. We strongly encourage you to arrive early, as doors will open at 7:30 AM.
We look forward to celebrating this important milestone with you!
Create Your Graduate Slide
The opportunity to customize your grad slide with a photo and quote has now closed.
At this time, please note that you will still have a graduate slide displayed during the ceremony, which will include your first and last name along with your degree program.
An example of how your name will appear is shown on the right. Your name will also be announced as you cross the stage.
An example of how your name will appear is shown below. Your name will also be announced as you cross the stage.
Example of a Graduate Slide
How to Say Your Name: Tell Us How to Say Your Name
Unfortunately, the opportunity to submit the phonetic spelling of your name has now closed.
Please note that your name will still be announced during the ceremony. If you would like to confirm how your name will be pronounced, you may do so at the Graduate Check-In area upon arrival at the Prudential Center. At check-in, you will receive your Center Stage card and have the opportunity to scan it to hear a recording of how your name will be announced as you cross the stage.
If you are not satisfied with the pronunciation, you will have the option to have your name announced live. In this case, you may request an index card, write the phonetic spelling of your name, and provide it to the live announcer, who will read your name as you walk across the stage.
Please note that if you choose this option, the slide with your Name, Degree, and Major will not be displayed on the Jumbotron. Instead, a generic “Congratulations, Graduate” message will appear.
Schedule Your Graduation Photo
Berkeley College has partnered with The Grad Team Photography. Graduates will have the opportunity to have their graduate pictures taken in their cap and gown. Please remember to bring your cap and gown if you would like to wear them in pictures.
Additionally, if you have received a Veterans Honor Cord, Berkeley College Honors Program Cord, NSLS Cord, and/or Honor Society Stole, please remember to bring it to wear in your graduate picture.
Graduates can sign up for an appointment at any campus. It is important that graduates only sign up for one timeslot.
- Newark – Grad Salute
Friday, April 10, 2026
@ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM (EST)
Register for a Grad Salute timeslot at the Newark Campus - Woodland Park – Grad Salute
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
@ 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM (EST)
Register for a Grad Salute timeslot at the Woodland Park Campus - Woodbridge – Grad Salute
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
@ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM (EST)
Register for a Grad Salute timeslot at the Woodbridge Campus - New York City – Grad Salute
Friday, May 1, 2026
@ 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM (EST)
Register for a Grad Salute timeslot at the New York City Campus
Graduates will be emailed information on how to register for a timeslot at one of the above Graduate Salutes.

How many guests can I bring, and do you need tickets?
There are no restrictions on the number of guests you can bring.
No, there are no tickets required.
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Career Services Employment Verification and Assistance Request
As part of your graduation checklist, please update your current employment status with our Career Services team. This information helps us support your career journey and maintain accurate alumni employment records. If you are seeking job opportunities or need career assistance, you may also request personalized support through the form below.
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Have questions about Commencement? We’re here to help.
For all Commencement-related inquiries, please reach out to:
Our team is available to assist you with event details, preparation questions, and any other Commencement support you may need.
Students’ eligibility to participate in the Commencement Ceremony is subject to satisfactory program completion. Dates and times are subject to change.

