All ceremonies held at the Atlantic Union Bank Center will require tickets for entry. Each graduate may reserve up to six guest tickets and must also secure a ticket for themselves. Ticket reservations will open mid-Fall 2026 and must be reserved through the graduate’s student ticketing account.
Doctoral and master's candidates will participate with their respective colleges.
JMU Winter Commencement Ceremony
December 19th, 2026
Time TBD
Atlantic Union Bank Center
Additional Ceremonies
Ceremonies listed below are managed by the respective department. The department will communicate with the graduates regarding details of their event, such as ticketing, guest information, graduate instructions, and other information.
Information coming soon for:
Honors College Medallion Ceremony
Nursing Convocation
Air Force ROTC Commissioning
Army ROTC Commissioning
Future Commencement Dates
- Winter Commencement 2026: Dec. 19, 2026
- Spring Commencement 2027: May 13-15, 2027
- Winter Commencement 2027: Dec. 18, 2027
