Commencement 2026

Saturday, May 9 at the Bank of Springfield Center in Downtown Springfield

Each year the University of Illinois Springfield celebrates its many outstanding graduates by holding commencement ceremonies. This year, ceremonies (divided by college) will be held to celebrate our graduates as noted below:

  • 12:30 p.m. - Graduates from the College of Health, Science and Technology AND the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
  • 5:30 p.m. - Graduates from the College of Business and Management AND the College of Public Affairs and Education

Bookstore Hours During Commencement Weekend

The UIS Bookstore will be open during commencement weekend. The Bookstore is located in Founder's Hall and hours will be as follows:

  • Friday, May 8 - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 9 - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Meet Up for Graduates/Faculty

Join us for The Meet Up, a lively pre-ceremony gathering for graduates, faculty, families, and supporters. This is a space to connect, share congratulations, and capture meaningful moments before heading to your commencement ceremony.

  • Event Location: Innovate Springfield (Horace Mann Building), 3rd Floor
  • Date/Times: Saturday, May 9
    • 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (prior to 12:30 p.m. ceremony)
    • 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (prior to 5:30 p.m. ceremony)

Enjoy light refreshments, take photos with your graduate or colleagues, reconnect with members of the campus community, and experience the excitement of Commencement Day together. This event is co-sponsored by the divisions of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs, as well as the Center for Online Learning, Research and Service.

News

student joyfully receiving her diploma from professor
Feb 20, 2023
Employee Awareness: Important Graduation and Commencement Information!
Dear Faculty and Staff — Planning is underway for the 2023 Commencement Ceremony!  For your situational awareness, the 2023 Commencement Committee…
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Sep 23, 2022
FALL 2022 UIS Graduation Application Deadline is Monday, October 3 (APPLY NOW)
Students graduating in Fall 2022 or Spring 2023 must submit an online Graduation Application via Student Self-Service (https://apps.uillinois.edu/ - “…
Graduate holding diploma cover
May 17, 2022
UIS releases complete list of 2022 graduates
A total of 1,129 students earned degrees from the University of Illinois Springfield at the conclusion of the spring semester on May 14, 2022,…
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May 17, 2022
University of Illinois Springfield commencement has no shortage of meaning for many
For the 650 students who walked across the stage at the BOS Center Saturday to receive a diploma from the University of Illinois Springfield, graduation day…
Grad holding diploma
May 15, 2022
Students celebrate graduation during the 51st annual UIS Commencement ceremonies
The University of Illinois Springfield held two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 14, 2022, at the Bank of Springfield (BOS) Center in downtown…
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May 10, 2022
Commencement Details for this Saturday
Commencement day is almost here! Please read the following info to be fully informed. Where:  Bank of Springfield Center in downtown Springfield…

Events

Commencement Campus Tour
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Contact Information:      Phone: 217-206-4847      Email: admissions@uis.edu
Honorary Degree Reception
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Contact Information:Phone: 217-206-7642Email: kwalr2@uis.edu Access: Invitation Only
DPA Hooding Ceremony
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The Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) Hooding Ceremony formally recognizes and celebrates DPA graduates as they are hooded in honor of…
CAP Honors Graduation Breakfast
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The CAP Honors Graduation Breakfast recognizes graduating seniors in the Capital Scholars Honors Program. Contact Information:Phone:…
Commencement Campus Tour
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Contact Information:      Phone: 217-206-4847      Email: admissions@uis.edu
Athletics Graduation Ceremony
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Join UIS Athletics as we celebrate our graduating student-athletes who missed Commencement while competing in postseason play. This…