We could not be more proud of the Class of 2026!
Doctor of Medicine graduates and their guests are invited to attend Thursday’s MD recognition ceremony, at which each MD candidate is recognized, as well as Friday’s all-university ceremony.
Guests visiting from out of town are encouraged to reserve travel and lodging accommodations early.
Commencement information on this page will continue to be updated as it becomes available. Commencement is a rain or shine event. Ceremonies also will be available via livestream. See the Commencement FAQs »
Thursday, May 14, 2026
MD Commencement Ceremony | 9 a.m. CT
Washington University will recognize individual graduates of Doctor of Medicine programs at the MD Commencement Ceremony at the Field House on the WashU Danforth Campus. Please monitor the WashU Commencement website for updates.
Friday, May 15, 2026
All-University Commencement Ceremony | 9 a.m. CT
Doctor of Medicine graduates are encouraged to participate in the university-wide graduation commencement at Francis Olympic Field on the Danforth Campus. Visit the WashU Commencement website for details.
Commencement Festival | 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CT
The all-school Commencement Festival immediately follows the morning ceremony. The celebration will include local food and beverage, games, photo opportunities, live entertainment, and will stretch from Mudd Field to Tisch Park on the Danforth Campus.
Celebrating the Class of 2026
Join us for the following events to celebrate our graduates!
Graduation Fair
2026 details to be announced soon.
Class Toast
2026 details to be announced soon.