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COMMENCEMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

For additional information regarding the commencement ceremony please visit our Commencement FAQ<\/a> or contact graduation@umes.edu<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Watch Graduation (Commencement) Ceremony LIVE!<\/strong><\/summary>
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Can\u2019t 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. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Click here: Watch The Graduation Ceremony Live<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Graduation Application Deadlines<\/strong><\/summary>
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Apply by the EARLY BIRD DEADLINE<\/strong>: This streamlines approval, name in program and regalia (cap & gown) ordering<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply by the IDEAL DEADLINE:<\/strong> Ensures approval, name in program and timely ordering and receiving of your regalia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply by the FINAL DEADLINE:<\/strong> Ensures approved participation in the graduation ceremony only. Late fees may apply for application and regalia ordering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Commencement Dates and Information<\/strong><\/summary>
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Commencement<\/a><\/blockquote>