Graduation
2024 Graduation Ceremony
For CPS students graduating from any of our Global Network Campuses:
Each campus in our global system will be hosting its own ceremony for graduates from that campus. We strongly advise attending the graduation ceremony held at your primary campus.
Please click here to view dates and locations.
The CPS Graduations on May 8th-9th, 2024, will be broadcast live and available for viewing later. Stay tuned for the link to access the stream prior to the ceremony.
A separate registration will be emailed from your specific campus regarding all ceremony information.
Regalia Pickup Days & Times
Expected graduates should make arrangements to pick-up their regalia at Solomon Court, Cabot Center.
- Friday, April 26: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday, April 27: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday, April 28: Closed
- Monday, April 29: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 30: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 1: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Thursday, May 2: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Friday, May 3: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday, May 4: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Additional cap and gowns for College of Professional Studies students can be picked up in Solomon Court, Cabot Center on:
- Tuesday, May 7: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The dates and locations below are for graduates completing their degree requirements from the Boston campus.
Wednesday May 8, 2024
College of Professional Studies Graduation Ceremony, Boston Campus **
(By degree)
Master of Science degree graduates
10:00 a.m. ET, Matthews Arena, Boston, MA
Bachelor’s Completion, Master of Professional Studies, Master of Art, Master of Education, Master of Art in Teaching, and Master of Sports Leadership degree graduates
3:00 p.m. ET, Matthews Arena, Boston, MA
**Note: There are two ceremonies held on Wed May 8th. Graduates will be invited and eligible to attend only the ceremony time for the degree they are graduating with as it will only be conferred at that ceremony time.
Thursday May 9, 2024
College of Professional Studies Doctoral Hooding and Graduation Ceremony, Boston Campus
10:30 a.m. ET, Matthews Arena, Boston, MA
Eligibility: Doctoral degree candidates from our Doctor of Education, Doctor of Law and Policy, and Doctor of Physical Therapy programs
The “apply to graduate” application is open! Regardless if you plan on participating in a ceremony or not, all eligible 2023–24 degree candidates must submit their application to graduate by the deadlines. For more details, please review information about your graduation application here.
More details are coming soon! Keep an eye on your Northeastern email and check back for updates in the new year, where you will find more information regarding when to register for your ceremony and secure your regalia.
We look forward to celebrating with our graduates!
Matthews Arena Information
238-262 Street
Boston, MA 02115
Reminder: Guests and graduates need a ticket to enter the Ceremony. Graduates will receive their ticket at the check-in booth at the corner of the Gainsborough Garage (Gainsborough & St. Botolph St.) and are allowed to bring their small flags that were selected and provided by university.
Directions
Driving directions, MBTA routes, and instructions on other forms of transportation can be found on the Matthews Arena website here.
Parking
Complimentary parking will be available in the Columbus Parking Garage on Northeastern Campus, first-come first-served.
Click here to download or print the Columbus Garage parking pass.
Additional parking is available on Northeastern Campus at Renaissance Park Garage; click here to view parking rates.
Hotels
There are many accommodation options located in the greater Boston area. We encourage you to plan your trip in advance and find an option that is best suitable for you. You can visit the Meet Boston page for the best hotel recommendations and guides for things to do while you are in the city.
Security and Prohibited Items
In recognition of our commitment to sustainability, signs, banners, balloons, flowers, and full-sized flags are prohibited.
Additional Prohibited Items
- Artificial noisemakers
- Backpacks, bags larger than 12″x12″x12″ or briefcases
- Food or beverages
- Laptops
- Laser pointers or similar items
- Selfie sticks
- Strollers
- Umbrellas
- Weapons
- Wrapped gift
Mobile Lockers
If you arrive at venue with a prohibited item such as a backpack, luggage, or stroller, then a mobile locker will be available to rent for $10 by Cullinane Hall, 288 St Botolph St, Boston, MA 02115.
View Past Ceremonies
2023
May 2023 Bachelor’s and Master’s Ceremony
The College of Professional Studies Bachelor’s and Master’s Graduation Ceremony was held on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. ET to 12:00 p.m. ET at Matthews Arena, 238-262 St. Botolph Street, Boston, MA 02115.
May 2023 Doctoral Hooding and Graduation Ceremony
The CPS Doctoral Hooding Ceremony was held on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Matthews Arena in Boston, MA.
2022
May 2022 Bachelor’s and Master’s Ceremony
The CPS Bachelor’s and Master’s Graduation Ceremony was held on Friday, May 20, 2022, at Matthews Arena in Boston, MA.
May 2022 Doctoral Hooding and Graduation Ceremony
The CPS Doctoral Hooding Ceremony was held on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at Matthews Arena in Boston, MA.
Photo Gallery
2022 Graduation and Doctoral Hooding Ceremony photos by Heratch Ekmekijan
2022 Pre-Graduation Celebration photos by Denise Reid
2021
May 2021 Ceremony
The celebration at Fenway Park included messages from Interim Dean Mary Ludden and more.
September 2021 Ceremonies
November 2021 Ceremony
2020
May 2020 Virtual Celebrations
The virtual celebration included messages from Dean Mary Loeffelholz and other faculty members, recognition of students, and more. These virtual recognition ceremonies were not a replacement for in-person ceremonies at a future date. These virtual ceremonies were an opportunity for the Northeastern University College of Professional Studies community to acknowledge graduates’ achievements sooner.
- Doctoral Recognition Ceremony (If you do not have access to YouTube, view the virtual ceremony here)
- View individual student slides
September 2020 Virtual Celebration
The 2020 Summer Virtual Recognition celebration included messages from Dean Mary Loeffelholz, a student speaker, a guest speaker, faculty, and a recognition slide for each graduate.