2026 Commencement Ceremony

The Commencement Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the Baltimore Convention Center, beginning promptly at 10:30 a.m. with the procession.

2026 Commencement Livestream & Program

Class of 2026 Spotlights

Participants

  • August 2025 Graduates
  • December 2025 Graduates
  • Potential May 2026 Graduates

Commencement Speaker

Denise Koch, Anchor/Reporter, WJZ CBS News Baltimore

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Academic Regalia

To participate in the Commencement ceremony, the proper regalia is required, which consists of an NDMU cap, gown, tassel, and hood. Graduates should place their order as soon as possible, as you must allow three weeks for shipping and receipt of regalia.

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Apply for Graduation

All students expecting to graduate must apply for graduation in order to have their degrees conferred. The conferral of degrees happens on a schedule based on your official completion date: August 31, December 31, or May 31.

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