UND Commencement
The word “commencement” means “a beginning,” not the end.
We celebrate the achievements of our graduates three times a year with fall, winter and summer commencement ceremonies.
Winter 2022 Commencement Ceremony
The winter commencement ceremonies honors each graduate individually for their academic
achievements. UND commencement ceremonies are open to graduates and their guests.
Professional & Graduate Degrees Ceremony
Thursday, December 15
3 p.m.
Chester Fritz Auditorium
3475 University Ave, Grand Forks
Undergraduate Degrees Ceremonies
Friday, December 16
- 1 p.m. Arts & Sciences, Engineering & Mines, Nursing & Professional Disciplines, Medicine & Health Sciences
- 4 p.m. Aerospace Sciences, Business & Public Administration, Education & Human Development
Chester Fritz Auditorium
3475 University Ave, Grand Forks
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Watch Commencements
Can't make commencement in person? Watch commencement live and on-demand to see your favorite grad cross the stage. The video is also available through UND's Facebook and Youtube channel.
Future Commencement Dates
Professional & Graduate Degrees Ceremony
Thursday, December 15, 2022
3 p.m.
Chester Fritz Auditorium
3475 University Ave, Grand Forks
Undergraduate Degrees Ceremonies
Friday, December 16, 2022
- 1 p.m. Arts & Sciences. Engineering & Mines, Nursing & Professional Disciplines, Medicine & Health Sciences
- 4 p.m. Aerospace Sciences, Business & Public Administration, Education & Human Development
Chester Fritz Auditorium
3475 University Ave, Grand Forks
Doctoral & Master's Degrees Ceremony
Saturday, May 13, 2023
9 a.m.
Alerus Center
1200 S 42nd St, Grand Forks
Undergraduate Degrees Ceremony
Saturday, May 13, 2023
2:00 p.m.
Alerus Center
1200 S 42nd St, Grand Forks
Law School Degrees Ceremony
Saturday, May 6, 2023
10 a.m.
Chester Fritz Auditorium
3475 University Ave, Grand Forks
School of Medicine & Health Sciences Degrees Ceremony
Saturday, May 6, 2023
2:30 p.m.
Chester Fritz Auditorium
3475 University Ave, Grand Forks
Professional, Graduate & Undergraduate Degrees Ceremony
Friday, August 4, 2023
3 p.m.
Chester Fritz Auditorium
3475 University Ave, Grand Forks
Professional & Graduate Degrees Ceremony
Thursday, December 14, 2023
3 p.m.
Chester Fritz Auditorium
3475 University Ave, Grand Forks
Undergraduate Degrees Ceremonies
Friday, December 15, 2023
- 1 p.m. Arts & Sciences. Engineering & Mines, Nursing & Professional Disciplines, Medicine & Health Sciences
- 4 p.m. Aerospace Sciences, Business & Public Administration, Education & Human Development
Chester Fritz Auditorium
3475 University Ave, Grand Forks
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