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NSU Commencement 2024

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Celebrate Your Success!

Congratulations, graduates! The culmination of your hard work and dedication is here. Welcome to the NSU Commencement homepage, your one-stop shop for everything you need to celebrate this momentous occasion. Whether you're a graduating candidate, a proud parent or family member, or a dedicated faculty member, explore the resources below to find information specific to your role in this special day. We've also included a schedule of commencement ceremonies so you can mark your calendars and prepare to celebrate! Last updated 02/27/24
Commencement Brochure Cover 

Commencement Schedule & Livestream

Near or far, be a part of the celebration! Explore our commencement schedule to find the exact date and time for your ceremony. Below, you'll livestream links for all ceremonies, ensuring you don't miss a moment of this momentous occasion.

View Commencement Schedule

Undergraduate Ceremonies

Halmos College of Arts and Sciences
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 9:30 AM 

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice
College of Computing and Engineering
College of Psychology
H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship
Shepard Broad College of Law
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences
Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing
Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 9:30 AM

Graduate Ceremonies

Shepard Broad College of Law
H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship 
Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 9:30 AM

Commencement Program

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine 

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Commencement Program

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy 
Friday, May 10, 2024 at 9:30 AM

Commencement Program

College of Dental Medicine
Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences (PT, AUD, AA-Denver & SS)
College of Optometry 
Friday, May 10, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Commencement Program

Halmos College of Arts and Sciences 
College of Psychology

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 9:30 AM

 Commencement Program

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice
College of Computing and Engineering 
Friday, June 14, 2024 at 3:00 PM

 Commencement Program

Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences ( PA and  AA, except AA-Denver) 

Friday, August 16, 2024 at 9:30 AMCART Captions

  Commencement Program

Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing 
Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences (except PT, AUD, SS, PA, AA) 

Friday, August 16, 2024 at 3:00 PMCART Captions

 Commencement Program

Grad Fest 2024

The NSU Shark Store will host Grad Fest 2024 for candidates on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Shark Store at the Don Taft University Center on the main campus.

Representatives from Herff Jones will be on site for personalized announcements and class ring orders. A wide variety of diploma frames will be offered for purchase. Additionally, representatives photographing candidates in academic regalia will be present. The portrait sitting is free of charge and picture proofs will be provided with no obligation to buy.

Email the NSU Shark Store or call (954) 262-4799 for additional information.

Resources Tailored to Your Role

Whether you're preparing for your moment on stage or you need more information on how to support your graduate, explore important details tailored to your role on this special day:

Candidates Parents and Guests Faculty and Staff

Note: Although often used interchangeably, the words commencement and graduation are not the same thing. Participating in a commencement ceremony does not mean that your student has completed their degree and has actually graduated. Commencement is a formal ceremony for candidates who have been cleared to participate by their school or program.

Contact Us

Have additional questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions. If you don't find your answer there, you can email commencement@nova.edu or call (954) 262-7255 or 800-541-6682 ext. 27255. Please provide your NSU ID number in all email correspondence.

Follow us on Twitter at @nsucommencement for general announcements and commencement alerts as they become available. 

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