Commencement

NYU Shanghai Celebrates Commencement 2021

Shanghai's COVID-control advisor Dr. Zhang Wenhong to 300 graduates: "I believe the future of humans depends on whether the young people of the world can finally come together."

Congratulations, Class of 2021!

Our 2021 graduates braved storms, pandemics, and capstone theses to get where they are today. Congratulations, you made it!

COMMENCEMENT 2019

NYU Shanghai will be honoring the Class of 2019 in a commencement ceremony at the Shanghai Oriental Art Center on May 30, from 2:00 to 4:30 PM.

Check out our Graduate Checklist to make sure you are staying on track. Meanwhile, families and guests will find useful information about booking travel and planning their trip here.

Class of 2019 students will also receive regular email updates about getting ready for graduation.

Important Dates

May 29 | Dean's Morning Tea

May 29 | Graduation Performance & Lighting of the Pearl Tower

May 30 | Commencement Ceremony

For a detailed schedule of events, see the Family and Guests page.

More About the Ceremony

Save the Date!

Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Shanghai Oriental Art Center

NYU Shanghai's 2021 Commencement will be held in mixed mode at the Shanghai Oriental Art Center on May 25, 2021. NYU Shanghai students and NYU Go Local Students will attend the ceremony in person. Each student may invite two guests, while friends and extended family will be able to watch the event on livestream.