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Commencement

2024 Commencement Ceremony

Save the Date: Friday, May 17, 2024

All eligible undergraduate and graduate students must apply for graduation and degree conferral as they approach completion of degree requirements.

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Save the Date: Friday, May 17, 2024

Iona University is pleased to announce that the 80th annual Iona University Commencement Ceremony will take place on Friday, May 17, 2024, on Iona’s New Rochelle Campus. Please save the date and be sure to check your email as well as this page regularly for updates.


Honors Convocation

Thursday, May 16, 2024, 10 a.m.

Hynes Arena

A reception will follow at noon in Mulcahy Gym.


Baccalaureate Mass

Thursday, May 16, 2024, 4 p.m.

Hynes Arena


2024 Commencement Fair

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Mulcahy Gym

All graduates participating in Commencement will need to attend the Commencement Fair at some point during the day on Tuesday, April 16, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. in Mulcahy Gym. This is where graduates will receive tickets and detailed instructions for Commencement.

Apply for Graduation

All eligible undergraduate and graduate students must apply for graduation and degree conferral as they approach completion of degree requirements.

Apply for Graduation now

Academic Regalia

The online store to order your cap, gown and additional academic regalia is now open!

Student Academic Regalia

Important Deadlines:

  • The last day to order and pick up at the Commencement Fair: March 12, 2024 (no shipping & handling fee) 
  • The last day to order and ship to home is March 31, 2024 (additional shipping & handling fee will be applied)  

The online store to order your cap, gown and additional academic regalia is now open! Place your order now to ensure enough time for shipping. 

Iona covers most of the cost of your cap and gown, with the exception of approximately $20 depending on state and local tax rates. You also have the opportunity to purchase additional graduation regalia when you place your order.

You may choose to ship your order home or pick up your order at the Commencement Fair on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.

If you have completed all of the steps to order your regalia correctly, you will receive an email confirmation that your order was successfully placed – please keep this handy.

Important Deadlines:

  • The last day to order and pick up at the Commencement Fair: March 12, 2024 (no shipping & handling fee) 
  • The last day to order and ship to home is March 31, 2024 (additional shipping & handling fee will be applied)  

Students: Order Regalia

Employee Academic Regalia

Important Dates:

  • March 31, 2024: Deadline to place your order online.
  • May 1-10, 2024: Pick up your package at the Iona campus bookstore.

The online store to order academic regalia is now open! All faculty participating in Commencement events require regalia. Some staff members, depending on their assignment for the events, may also require regalia. Place your order now to ensure enough time for shipping.

Important Dates:

  • March 31, 2024: Deadline to place your order online.
  • May 1-10, 2024: Pick up your package at the Iona campus bookstore.

Please be sure to complete all online steps to place your order. Upon successful completion of your order, you will receive an email confirming your order has been placed. If you do not receive a confirmation email, then your order was not successfully placed.

Iona assumes the cost of your regalia rental. Rental regalia will be collected at the end of Commencement Ceremonies on May 17. Please return your regalia to the bookstore. 

Employees: Order Regalia

Important Dates
Date/Time Action Item/Event Location
Tuesday, April 16, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Commencement Fair
All graduates participating in Commencement will need to attend the Commencement Fair during the course of the day.
Mulcahy Gym
Thursday, May 16, 10 a.m. Honors Convocation
For eligible graduates and guests. Eligibility will be communicated by the Provost’s office.
Hynes Arena
Thursday, May 16, 4 p.m. Baccalaureate Mass
Open to all graduates and their guests, space permitting. RSVP in advance.
Hynes Arena
Friday, May 17, 10 a.m. 80th Annual Commencement Ceremony Mazzella Field

Please note that dates, times and locations are subject to change.

Commencement Ceremony Accommodations

Iona University makes every effort to ensure an accessible campus experience for our students and guests. Guests in need of accommodations are asked to complete the form below so that we are best able to meet their needs. Students requiring accommodations are asked to visit the Accessibility Services Office webpage for instructions.

Guest Accommodations Form

Apply for Graduation

You have to apply and meet graduation requirements to be part of the Commencement celebration and to receive a physical copy of your diploma.

Please email commencement@iona.edu with any questions.

A graduate waves at the 2023 Commencement ceremony.

Speaker Nominations

The Iona University Honorary Degree Committee invites nominations for Commencement speakers and honorary degree recipients. An honorary degree is a significant award and is granted only to outstanding individuals who reflect the mission and values of the University and who will bring honor to Iona with their acceptance of the award.

Nominate Speakers & Honorary Degree Recipients

Maggie Timoney speaking at the 2023 Commencement.