We look forward to celebrating our graduates at the upcoming Commencement ceremony. Event details, including the program schedule, location information, and guest instructions, will be shared as they are finalized.
2026 Commencement
Frequently Asked Questions
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Students who have borrowed federal loan funds must complete Exit Counseling online at https://studentaid.gov/exit-counseling/. If you would like to make an appointment for loan counseling, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 646-962-3479 or finaid@med.cornell.edu.
Regalia Order Information will be in the Commencement Survey will be sent out by the Registrar's office in Feb/March.
To provide an address for diploma shipping, students should complete the diploma address collection form in LEARN.
Diplomas for May 2026 graduates will be mailed to graduates approximately 4-6 weeks after the Commencement ceremony. Questions about diplomas should be directed to registrar@med.cornell.edu.
For questions related to the Commencement Ceremony, please contact our offices. We are happy to assist.
Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences
(Ph.D. & Master Students): wcgs-convocation&commencement@med.cornell.edu
Weill Cornell Medical College
(M.D. & PA Students): Educationeventsoffice@med.cornell.edu
Medical School (MD & PA Students)
Medical School (MD & PA Students)
Medical School (MD & PA Students)
Commencement Rehearsal (M.D. & PA Students Only)
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Uris Auditorium
PA Convocation Ceremony (PA Students)
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
Uris Auditorium
Convocation Award Ceremony (Invite Only- M.D. Students)
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Uris Auditorium
Medical School Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Carnegie Hall
Please note, graduating students will be required to arrive before the 10:00 a.m. start time. Additional instructions will be provided.
Medical School Commencement Reception
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
Pierre Hotel - Fifth Avenue at 61st Street
(Light bites)
Please check back for updates, as additional information will be posted in the coming weeks.
Graduate School (PhD & Master Students)
Graduate School (PhD & Master Students)
Graduate School (PhD & Master Students)
Commencement Rehearsal (Ph.D. & Master's Students Only)
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Uris Auditorium
Graduate School of Medical Sciences Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
Carnegie Hall
Please note, graduating students will be required to arrive before the 3:00 PM start time. Additional instructions will be provided.
Graduate School of Medical Sciences Commencement Reception
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Pierre Hotel - Fifth Avenue at 61st Street
(Light bites)
Please check back for updates, as additional information will be posted in the coming weeks.
Questions about Commencement Week - Please reach out to the Graduate School office with any questions:
wcgs-convocation&commencement@med.cornell.edu
Graduate School Convocation
WCGS Convocation Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 13, (Time TBA), in Uris Auditorium.
More information will be shared as plans are finalized. We encourage you to check back and check your emails regarding updates/details.
Please contact the Graduate School regarding any questions: