Elisabeth Haub School of Law students posing with their degrees at commencement.

Commencement

Elisabeth Haub School of Law 48th Annual Commencement 2026

Entrance to the USTA Stadium in Queens, NY where Pace University held their 2024 Commencement Ceremony.

Commencement Ceremony

Save the Date for the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University Commencement Ceremony recognizing the Class of 2026, part of a University-wide commencement celebration.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 9:30 a.m–11:15 a.m.
USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
Louis Armstrong Stadium

Please check this site for additional details about Law School commencement activities as they become available.

Information for Graduates

    1. Apply for Graduation (deadline passed)
      Deadline: July 2025
      More Information about graduation requirements can be found on the Office of the Registrar webpage.
    2. Register to Attend and Request Tickets for Commencement
      Deadline: to be announced in 2026
      All graduating students will receive information in early 2026 with instructions on how to register to attend commencement. Note, this is different than applying for graduation above. Graduates will receive up to 6 tickets for friends and family with the option to request additional tickets.
    3. Order Graduation Regalia (cap and gown)
      Deadline: to be announced in 2026
      All graduates participating in commencements are required to wear official law school regalia. The cost is rent regalia is approximately $113.35 per person. Details to come.
    4. Graduation Photos
      Session Dates: March 2–4, 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., Student Lounge
      Save the Date: Graduates will be invited to register for professional and graduation portraits. There will be a $10 sitting fee for the portraits. Students will be charged only for their individual picture order if they choose to purchase the portraits.

Questions?

Many questions about the schedule, location and what to expect can be answered on the University's Commencement Website. We strongly encourage you to review the FAQ section posted before reaching out with questions.

For questions about commencement registration or commencement portraits, contact Angie D'Agostino, Dean for Students at: adagostino@law.pace.edu

For questions about the commencement ceremony, please contact Rachael Silva, Assistant Dean for External Affairs at: rsilva@law.pace.edu