COMMENCEMENT
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore commencement ceremony is a proud and celebratory occasion honoring the academic achievements of our degree candidates and celebrating this significant milestone with their families, friends, and the UMES community.
For additional information regarding the commencement ceremony please visit our Commencement FAQ or contact graduation@umes.edu
Watch Graduation (Commencement) Ceremony LIVE!
Can’t join us in person? Celebrate with us from wherever you are! Watch the UMES Commencement Ceremony live and share in this special moment as we recognize the achievements of our graduates.
Click here: Watch The Graduation Ceremony Live
Graduation Application Deadlines
Apply by the EARLY BIRD DEADLINE: This streamlines approval, name in program and regalia (cap & gown) ordering
Apply by the IDEAL DEADLINE: Ensures approval, name in program and timely ordering and receiving of your regalia
Apply by the FINAL DEADLINE: Ensures approved participation in the graduation ceremony only. Late fees may apply for application and regalia ordering.
Commencement Dates and Information
For additional commencement information, select a topic from the menu on the top left and review the informational flyers below for important dates, deadlines and upcoming events.
SAVE THE DATE
GRADUATION APPLICATION DEADLINES
CAP & GOWN PICTURES
Commencement Decorum Statement
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore is committed to honoring the accomplishments of all graduates in a respectful and dignified manner. To ensure the integrity of the ceremony and the comfort of all participants and guests, we ask that graduates and attendees maintain appropriate decorum throughout the event.
Disruptive behavior, inappropriate attire, noise makers, objects that cause obstructions from others view or actions that interfere with the ceremony or detract from the experience or safety of others will not be tolerated. To ensure every graduate’s name can be heard and everyone can enjoy this special moment, artificial noisemakers, including but not limited to air horns, clap/clackers, bullhorns, whistles and or cowbells, are not permitted at the commencement ceremony. The university reserves the right to remove any individual from the commencement line or ceremony whose conduct does not align with these expectations.
Your cooperation is appreciated in making this a memorable and respectful celebration for everyone.
