Commencement
Save the Date:
Friday, May 19, 2023, 10 a.m.
Mazzella Field*
Iona University is pleased to announce that the 79th annual Iona University Commencement Ceremony will take place on Friday, May 19, 2023, at 10 a.m. 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.
*In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved indoors to the Hynes Arena.
Honors Convocation and Baccalaureate Mass
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Hynes Arena
Honors Convocation: 10 a.m.
Baccalaureate Mass: 4 p.m.
Guest Tickets and Seating
Each graduate will receive five guest tickets for the ceremony on Mazzella Field. Additional tickets can be requested at the Commencement Fair on April 18.
In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved indoors to the Hynes Arena and guests will be limited to two per graduate. Please note that due to capacity guidelines there may be a need to move indoor guests to a second location where the ceremony will be livestreamed.
Seating for the Commencement ceremony will be on a first come, first served basis. Accessible seating will also be made available for those requiring special accommodations.
Academic Regalia
Students
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.
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 Notes:
- Last day to order and receive regalia in time for graduation: Friday, March 24, 2023
- Shipping: All items will be shipped to the graduate at the delivery address provided at check-out. If you need to, you may choose the Iona University Mailroom as a delivery location for pick-up: 715 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801-1830.
Faculty and Staff
If you are faculty or staff, please place your order using the link below.
- Last day to order and receive regalia in time for graduation: Friday, March 24, 2023
- Shipping: All items will be shipped to the graduate at the delivery address provided at check-out. If you need to, you may choose the Iona University Mailroom as a delivery location for pick-up: 715 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801-1830.
Faculty and Staff: Order Regalia
Commencement Fair
Tuesday, April 18
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 18, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. in Mulcahy Gym. This is where graduates will receive tickets and detailed instructions for Commencement.
| Date/Time | Action Item/Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, December 20 | Regalia Store Opens | Online |
| Friday, March 24 | Deadline to Order Regalia | Online |
| Tuesday, April 18, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Commencement Fair All graduates participating in the Commencement ceremonies will need to attend the Commencement Fair during the course of the day. |
Mulcahy Gym |
| Thursday, May 18, 10 a.m. | Honors Convocation For eligible graduates and guests. Eligibility will be communicated by the Provost’s office. |
Hynes Arena |
| Thursday, May 18, 4 p.m. | Baccalaureate Mass Open to all graduates and their guests, space permitting. RSVP in advance. |
Hynes Arena |
| Friday, May 19, 10 a.m. | 79th Annual Commencement Ceremony | Mazzella Field |
Apply for Graduation
Congratulations on nearing completion of your degree from Iona University! As a gentle reminder, all undergraduate and graduate students must apply for graduation and degree conferral as they approach completion of degree requirements.
