Master's Celebration
Columbian College of Arts & Sciences
Master's Celebration
Friday, May 15, 2026 • 8:30 a.m. EDT
Charles E. Smith Center
Columbian College master's graduates, along with their families and friends, are invited to attend the in-person Master’s Celebration ceremony on May 15 at the Charles E. Smith Center. Graduates will need to register themselves and their guests in order to obtain tickets.
All graduates are also invited to attend the May 17 University-wide Commencement on the National Mall.
We look forward to celebrating the class of 2026! Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using #CCASOnward.
Register for Commencement
Commencement registration is now open! Before registering, make sure you:
In the registration portal, you will also indicate whether you plan to attend any departmental/program receptions. Graduates must register, and record their names, by 11:59 p.m. ET on April 21, 2026. If you have questions about the registration process, refer to the how to register guide or contact commencement
gwu [dot] edu (commencement[at]gwu[dot]edu).
Each CCAS undergraduate will receive 4 guest tickets to school ceremonies. Doctoral and master's graduates will receive 6 guest tickets to celebrations.
Bag Policy for School Celebrations
Bags larger than 5”x7”x 0.75” are prohibited at all school celebrations and Commencement on the National Mall. Diaper and ADA/medical bags up to 16”x16”x8” will be allowed. For more information and a list of prohibited items, see the GW Commencement website.
Watch the Livestream
The CCAS Master's Celebration ceremony will be livestreamed
in this space on Friday, May 15. Stay tuned!
GW ALMA MATER
Hail Alma Mater
To thy spirit guiding,
Knowledge thy closest friend
In its strength abiding,
Pledge we fidelity
Ne'er its place resigning,
Hail thee George Washington!