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Erie Commencement 2026

Erie, Elmira, and Seton Hill Campuses

Information for the Class of 2026

Preparations for the upcoming commencement this spring are moving forward. Monthly communications are distributed to ensure all students remain on track with the planning process. Students should monitor their email closely to meet all necessary deadlines.

Urgent: Regalia Deadline

The final deadline for graduates to order regalia is January 31.

Graduates must place orders immediately to ensure items arrive in time for the ceremony and to allow for any necessary size exchanges.

Mandatory Survey

The 2026 Graduation Survey will be released on February 2, 2026.

This mandatory survey is critical for graduation clearance and verifies the graduate’s legal name for the diploma. The survey link will be sent to the student’s LECOM email.

Ceremony Details

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Erie Insurance Arena (809 French Street, Erie, PA 16501)

4:00 PM
Armed Forces Superseding Ceremony

With great pride and gratitude for their service, we congratulate our graduates entering the military. Engaging in both medical practice and military service is a significant commitment, and we are privileged to have contributed to their journey in medical education.

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Erie Insurance Arena (809 French Street, Erie, PA 16501)

10:00 AM
School of Pharmacy & Graduate Studies

2:00 PM
College of Osteopathic Medicine
DO & Dual Degree DO


Tickets

Each graduate will receive 8 tickets in the mail closer to the ceremony dates. No action is required at this time.

Hotel Accommodations

June is a busy month for tourism in Erie. It is recommended to book guest rooms as soon as possible to ensure availability and preferred rates.

Questions? Contact the team at commencement@lecom.edu