As you work toward your graduation, the faculty, the administration, the staff, and your many friends at UC Santa Barbara look forward to celebrating this major achievement in your life. We encourage graduation candidates, family, and friends to review the important information and resources on this website. More information will be added in the coming months.
Seniors in the College of Letters & Science and Robert Mehrabian College of Engineering declaring candidacy in 2026 are eligible to make a reservation for their major ceremony using GOLD starting March 30. The last day to make a 2026 Commencement reservation is May 18.
Each graduate participating is allotted six guest tickets for family and friends. The Bren School and College of Creative Studies do not require guest tickets.
Schedule
Find dates, times, and locations for each Commencement ceremony.
Students
Access links to important information for graduating students.
Parents and Guests
Critical dates, parking details, and other pertinent information for parents and guests of graduates.
Livestream
A livestream of each ceremony will be made available for online viewing. Watch from your desktop or mobile device.
Resources
Need to contact someone about Commencement? Here’s a list of important websites and phone numbers.
#UCSB2026
Join us on social media to celebrate and congratulate our graduates.
Questions About Commencement?
Visit our FAQ page to find answers to frequently asked questions or contact us by email at Commencement@ia.ucsb.edu.
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