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Commencement Week Schedule of Ceremonies
Commencement registration and guest ticketing opens February 1, 2027. More information to follow.
University Commencement Ceremony & Celebration
One celebration for every graduate: bachelor's, master's and doctoral
Date: Saturday, May 8, 2027
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium
Join the entire Rowan community as we come together to honor graduates from every college, school, and degree level in one university-wide ceremony and celebration.
Featuring:
- Remarks from President Houshmand and distinguished speakers
- The official conferral of degrees for all graduates
- Cash prizes for graduates, generously donated by friends of the University (must be present to win)
- A festive celebration with entertainment, photo opportunities, and complimentary refreshments
- A beer and wine garden (21+, available for purchase)
Weather plan: In case of severe weather, the ceremony and celebration will move to Sunday, May 9, at 2 p.m.
Friday, May 7 – Friday, May 14, 2027
Academic Ceremonies
Fourteen ceremonies will be held throughout the week with livestreaming available for those unable to attend in person. At each ceremony, graduates will be recognized individually by name, cross the stage, and receive a diploma cover, followed by a celebration.
The School of Graduate Studies will host a special ceremony for Ed.D. and Ph.D. and Ed.S. graduates, followed by a reception.
Date: Friday, May 7, 2027
TIme: 3:00 p.m.
Location: Esbjornson Gymnasium, Glassboro, NJ
4 guest tickets allowed.
Rowan Online Graduate Recognition & Stage Crossing
Date: Saturday, May 8, 2027
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Esbjornson Gymnasium, Glassboro, NJ
6 guest tickets allowed.
Please note: In the case of severe weather, this event will be held on Sunday, May 10 at 5 p.m.
Date: Monday, May 10, 2027
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium, Glassboro, NJ
6 guest tickets total which include 2 all-weather guest tickets
Date: Monday, May 10, 2027
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium, Glassboro, NJ
6 guest tickets total which include 2 all-weather guest tickets
Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2027
Time: 9:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium, Glassboro, NJ
6 guest tickets total which include 2 all-weather guest tickets
9 a.m. ceremony participants - Computer Science & Mathematics
- Bachelor of Arts: Computer Systems Technology, Computing & Infomatics, Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science: Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Mathematics & Data Science
- Master of Arts: Mathematics
- Master of Science: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science
- Doctor of Philosphy: Data Science
12:30 p.m. ceremony participants - Psychology
- Bachelor of Arts: Psychology
- Bachelor of Science: Psychological Science
- Master of Arts: Applied Behavior Analysis, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Psychology
- Doctober of Philosophy: Clinical Psychology
4:00 p.m. ceremony participants - Biological & Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Physics & Astronomy and the School of Earth & Environment
- College of Science & Mathematics
- Bachelor of Arts: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Physics
- Bachelor of Science: Bioinfomatics, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Physics, Translational Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience
- Master of Science: Bioinformatics, Complex Biological Systems, Medical Laboratory Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Materials Science & Engineering, Photonics
- Doctor of Philosophy: Complex Biological Systems, Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- School of Earth & Environment
- Bachelor of Arts: Environmental & Sustainability Studies, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology
- Bachelor of Science: Community & Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Geographical Information Science, Geology
- Master of Science: Urban & Regional Planning
Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2027
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium, Glassboro, NJ
6 guest tickets total which include 2 all-weather guest tickets
Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2027
Time: 9:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium, Glassboro, NJ
6 guest tickets total which include 2 all-weather guest tickets
9 a.m. ceremony participants:
- Ric Edelman College of Communication, Humanities & Social Sciences
- Bachelor of Arts: Africana Studies, Anthropology, Applied Professional Communication, Communication Studies, Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Management, Economics, Health & Science Communication, History, Human Services, Journalism, Political Science, Radio/Television/Film, Sociology, Sports Communication & Media
- Bachelor of Fine Arts: Biomedical Art & Visualization
- Bachelor of General Studies
- Master of Arts: Diversity & Inclusion, History, Holocaust & Genocide Education, Television Studies
- Master of Public Policy
- Master of Science: Emergency & Threat Response Management
- School of Professional Studies
- Bachelor of Science: Healthcare Management & Administration
- Masters of Professional Studies
12:30 p.m. ceremony participants:
- Bachelor of Arts: Advertising, Area Studies, English, International Studies, Law & Justice Studies, Liberal Studies, Modern Languages & Linguistics, Philosophy, Public Relations, Spanish, World Religions, Writing Arts
- Master of Arts: Criminal Justice, Strategic Communication, Writing
- Master of Social Work
Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2027
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium, Glassboro, NJ
6 guest tickets total which include 2 all-weather guest tickets
Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2027
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium, Glassboro, NJ
6 guest tickets total which include 2 all-weather guest tickets
In the case of severe weather, the ceremony will separate into two venues at the 4 p.m. ceremony time:
- All Bachelor Degrees -Esbjornson Gymnasium, Glassboro, NJ
- All Master Degrees - Pfleeger Concert Hall, Wilson Hall, Glassboro, NJ
Virtua Health College of Medicine & Life Sciences
Date: Thursday, May 13, 2027
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium, Glassboro, NJ
6 guest tickets total which include 2 all-weather guest tickets
Virtua Health College of Medicine & Life Sciences
Date: Thursday, May 13, 2027
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium, Glassboro, NJ
6 guest tickets total which include 2 all-weather guest tickets
Virtua Health College of Medicine & Life Sciences
Date: Thursday, May 13, 2027
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Richard Wackar Stadium, Glassboro, NJ
6 stadium only guest tickets and 6 all-weather guest tickets
Date: Friday, May 14, 2027
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Esbjornson Gymnasium, Glassboro, NJ
12 guest tickets
Date: Friday, May 14, 2027
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Esbjornson Gymnasium, Glassboro, NJ
12 guest tickets
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Together We Celebrate
Commencement is a time for celebration in honor of the achievements of each of our graduates. In order to ensure that every individual has the opportunity to be formally recognized by their Rowan community, friends, and families, we require that graduates refrain from bringing additional parties with them as they walk across the stage to receive their diploma folder (i.e., no children, babies, or other loved ones; no pets). If you require the assistance of a personal attendant or service animal in walking across the stage, please email commencement@rowan.edu in advance of commencement.
Graduates should refrain from carrying cell phones or other electronic devices across the stage. The use of personal drones is likewise prohibited during commencement. We look forward to celebrating with our graduates!