Main University Commencement
Our Main Commencement ceremony will take place on Friday, May 22, 2026 at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium (West campus) at 11:00 AM. Please visit the Commencement site for all information regarding the main ceremony commencement.
Eligible candidates may apply to graduate using the link on SOLAR. Eligibility to participate in commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2026 is for candidates who have graduated or will graduate during the 2025-2026 academic year.
This includes:
- Those who anticipate earned degrees or advanced certificates in Summer 2025/Fall 2025/Winter 2026
- Those who anticipate earned degrees or advanced certificates in Spring 2026/ Summer 2026/Fall 2026
The last day for degree candidates to apply for Spring/Summer 2026 graduation and be included in the commencement publication via SOLAR is 4/15/2026.
The last day for Spring/Summer degree candidates to apply for graduation via SOLAR is 5/8/26.
Please note that applications submitted after 4/15/26 will not appear in the digital commencement publication.
MTD Departmental Graduation Ceremony
TBD
Candidates with International Guests International students or domestic students wishing to invite international family, please visit:this link for the most up to date information about international visitors. For additional questions, please contact Visa and Immigration Services at Stony Brook University.
Visa and Immigration Services
Stony Brook University
E5310, Melville Library
Stony Brook, NY 11794-3393
Telephone: (631) 632-4685
Fax: (631) 632-7064
Email: VIS@stonybrook.edu