Vermont State University Commencement Ceremonies

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Get Excited, VTSU Class of 2026!

We can’t wait to share with friends and families sharing the celebration of your achievement. You’ve done the work, and it’s time to start planning for the festivities.

Information for 2026 Ceremonies, including the VAST program, are still being finalized — general guidance for each ceremony is available at the links below.

A group of young women smiling at the camera as they stand and wait to approach the stage at VTSU Lyndon.
Graduates wearing caps and gowns walking in a line to enter their commencement ceremony.

2026 Ceremony Schedule

Saturday, May 16

Castleton Commencement

10:00 a.m. on May 16 at VTSU Castleton

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Randolph and Williston Commencement

4:00 p.m. on May 16 at VTSU Randolph

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Sunday, May 17

Lyndon Commencement

10:00 a.m. on May 17 at VTSU Lyndon

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A student in a cap and gown holds his diploma triumphantly above his head

Johnson Commencement

4:00 p.m. on May 17 at VTSU Johnson

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A woman in graduation cap and gown shaking hands while receiving her diploma. She's wearing her young baby in a chest harness, who is smiling at the camera.