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Commencement

At Lincoln University, we challenge you and push you to be your best. But we also celebrate your achievements, and there's no celebration quite like our annual commencement ceremony.

Featuring renowned speakers offering their wisdom and advice, the commencement ceremony is a testament to your achievement as a graduate of Lincoln University. It's your chance to take stock of all you've accomplished during your time here before you embark on the next chapter of your life.

And what a chapter that will be! As a graduate of Lincoln, you'll join the ranks of thousands of other Lincoln graduates around the world who have started influential careers in medicine, law, politics, entertainment, the arts, and beyond. You'll put the skills and knowledge you acquired at Lincoln to work to begin a career or pursue further study. You'll be ready to make your mark on the world and take your place as a new standard-bearer for Lincoln's long history of achievement and impact.

But all that can wait. Commencement comes first. Register with the Office of the Registrar to ensure you're eligible for graduation and included in the ceremony, then take a moment to stand proud and savor your achievement. You've earned it. Congratulations Graduates, view the List of Candidates.

2026 Commencement Dates and Times

Sunday, May 3, 2026, 11:00 am - Location: International Cultural Center Lot (ICC Lot)

 

Keynote Speaker and Honorary Degrees

Click here to view: Keynote Speaker and Honorary Degrees

2026 Commencement Program Book

Click here to view: Coming Soon

Senior Salute Checklist

For graduating seniors:  Please review these important steps on the senior salute checklist to prepare for your graduation! 

Name Pronunciation

It's your day to be honored: make sure your name is pronounced properly during all events and ceremonies. Record the proper way to say your name and provide it using our name pronunciation form.

COMMENCEMENT DECORUM Statement

Commencement Day Information

MAIN CAMPUS GRADUATES

 

Rain or Shine Ceremony Location: International Cultural Center Lot (Parking Lot M)
Main Campus Check-In Time: (9:30am)
Check-In Location: LU Football Stadium (Main Entrance & Concourse)
Rain Plan Check-In Location: International Cultural Center Auditorium
Processional begins: (10:30am)
Ceremony begins: (11:00am)

 


SCHOOL OF ADULT & CONTINUING EDUCATION (SACE) Graduates

Rain or Shine Ceremony Location: International Cultural Center Lot (Parking Lot M)
SACE Check-In Time: (8:30am)
Rain or Shine Check-In Location: International Cultural Center Lobby
Processional begins: (10:30am)
Ceremony begins: (11:00am)



 

Commencement Rehearsal & Baccalaureate Ceremony

 

Event Date: Saturday, May 2nd

Rehearsal Start Time: 11:00 am

Rehearsal Location: International Culteral Center Lot (Parking Lot M)

Baccalaureate Start Time: 12:00 pm

Baccalaureate Location: International Cultural Center Auditorium

Contact Us!

Have questions about graduation requirements or registering for graduation? Let us know and we'll be happy to assist.

Office of the Bursar: bursar@lincoln.edu 

Office of Financial Aid: financialaid@lincoln.edu 

Office of Student Life and Development: studentlife@lincoln.edu 

Office of the Registrar: registrar@lincoln.edu 

School of Adult & Continuing Education: jlea2@lincoln.edu 

Event Logistics - Office of Special Events:

crickets@lincoln.edu

rdaltonrann@lincoln.edu