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We look forward to celebrating the inimitable Harvard class of 2024 leading up to and on Thursday, May 23, 2024 for our 373rd Commencement Exercises.

For news coverage and videos of past commencement exercises, please see the links below.

If you have specific questions regarding information that is not covered in the individual graduate or professional school pages (found here), or for college seniors (found here) please contact the Commencement Office at commencement@harvard.edu. Thank you.

 

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Please note: All visitors to campus, including parents and guests of graduates, should be aware of the University policies in place at the time of their visit. Harvard University On Campus Activity Guidance provides guidance and safety practices.

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GUESTS OF HARVARD'S CLASS OF 2024

For all guests, a ticket will be required to gain entry into Tercentenary Theatre, the site of Harvard's Commencement Exercises, on Thursday, May 23, 2024.

All persons, bags, and personal items are subject to inspection before entering Harvard Yard. No backpacks of any type will be admitted. No bag or item larger than 12 x 12”x 12” will be permitted inside the Yard. Luggage of any kind is strictly prohibited.

With the number of students graduating this May projected to be among the largest in recent years, a limited number of tickets will be available beyond the ones provided to our degree candidates. There will be, however, overflow viewing sites around campus and at our students’ Houses and Schools. The proceedings will also be live streamed and available via cable in the local Boston area.