Graduate Studies

Commencement Information

Important Dates and Deadlines
Caps, Gowns & Announcements
Commencement Day Details
Commencement Map
List of Majors
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Commencement Policy
Faculty & Staff Information

Commencement Schedule

Fall 2026 Graduate & Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

Saturday, December 19

10:00 a.m. Combined Ceremony - Western Hall, Macomb
  • College of Humanities, Arts, Sciences and Education
  • College of Business, Health and Community Programs
  • Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs
Live Streaming Video of Commencement Ceremonies

Western Illinois University provides live streaming video of the commencement ceremonies held at the Macomb campus. The live feed will be available approximately 30 minutes before the scheduled start time of each ceremony on WIU's YouTube channel.

Commencement is a ceremony to recognize anticipated graduates. Actual degree conferral (graduation) will not occur until after final grades are posted.