Every spring and fall, the Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ community comes together to celebrate its graduates at Commencement. Whether attending in person or virtually, cheering in the crowd or watching along at home, we want everyone to be a part of the celebration. With a 360-degree virtual reality format, they can be, no matter where they are. Watch entire commencement ceremonies from start to finish, listen to keynote speakers and browse through our photo galleries.
Commencement 2025
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ’s 96th Commencement ceremony celebrations were held at the SNHU Arena in Manchester, NH on May 3-4. The virtual event was held on May 24.
Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremonies
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ's spring class of 2025 celebrated 19,000 graduates from across the U.S. and around the world, ranging in age from 14 to 82. Among them were over 3,600 military-affiliated learners. The spring Commencement ceremonies marked a proud and memorable milestone for graduates and their supporters.
Whether attending one of four in-person ceremonies on May 3–4 or celebrating virtually on May 24, SNHU's newest graduates join a global alumni network of over 280,000. The recordings of the in-person and virtual ceremonies are available to watch on the .
Spring 2025 | 14,490 Undergraduate | 4,496 Graduate | 19 Doctoral
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Spring 2025 student speakers shared inspiring stories, each illustrating the unique obstacles they navigated to achieve their academic goals. Though their backgrounds and life experiences differed, their journeys echoed themes of persistence, courage and transformation. Collectively, their voices embodied the essence of the SNHU Class of 2025: a diverse and driven community bound by determination and passion.
Campus Undergraduate, Graduate and Doctoral Programs
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Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Nursing, and Health Professions Programs
- , Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude
Virtual Ceremony
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Commencement 2024
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ’s 94th Commencement ceremony celebrations were held at the SNHU Arena in Manchester, New Hampshire, on May 4-5. The virtual event was held on May 25. The 95th Commencement ceremony was held November 23-24, and the virtual ceremony on December 14.
Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremonies
This Spring’s Commencement Ceremonies were a momentous occasion, especially for SNHU’s President Dr. Paul J. LeBlanc as they were his final ceremonies after 21 years of transformational leadership. With his vision to make higher education more accessible, more than 200,000 students across the globe have earned their degrees during LeBlanc's tenure at SNHU.
SNHU's Spring Class of 2024 celebrated 16,800 graduates from all 50 states and 49 countries, ranging in age from 15 to 80 years old, including 1,876 military-affiliated learners. Whether celebrating at one of four in-person ceremonies on May 4-5 or virtually on May 25, the newest members of the SNHU alumni community join a growing worldwide network of more than 244,000.
We welcome friends and family to watch recordings of the in-person and virtual ceremonies on the .
Spring 2024 | 12,660 Undergraduate | 4,130 Graduate | 11 Doctoral
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The Spring 2024 student speakers shared their advice for fellow graduates while reflecting on their unique paths to earning a degree. One commonality was their shared stories of learning and growth during the pandemic. As a group, these individuals showcased their experiences, ambitions and interests, reflecting the successes of the SNHU Class of 2024.
Campus Undergraduate, Graduate and Doctoral Programs
- , Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Graduate Programs
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Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Business and STEM Programs
- , Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Nursing, and Health Professions Programs
- , Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Virtual Ceremony
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Fall 2024 Commencement Ceremonies
In Fall of 2024, Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ proudly celebrated its largest commencement yet. SNHU President Lisa Marsh Ryerson congratulated more than 26,000 graduates from all 50 states and 58 countries at her first commencement as president.
Whether attending one of three in-person ceremonies on November 23-24 or joining the virtual ceremony on December 14, the experience was equally meaningful. The ceremonies were devoted to celebrating accomplishments and looking ahead to the bright futures of our graduates. Ceremony recordings are available on our .
Fall 2024 | 20,700 Undergraduate | 5,600 Graduate | 11 Doctoral
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The Fall 2024 student speakers offered advice to their fellow graduates while reflecting on their unique journeys toward earning their degrees. Collectively, these individuals highlighted their diverse experiences, ambitions and passions, embodying the achievements of the SNHU Class of 2024.
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Business and STEM Programs
- , Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Nursing and Health Professions Programs
- , Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Graduate Programs
- , Master of Science
Virtual Ceremony
- , Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Commencement 2023
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ marked its 92nd commencement with four in-person ceremonies at the SNHU Arena on April 29-30, and a virtual event on May 20. In the fall, the university conducted its 93rd Commencement in person at the SNHU Arena on Nov. 18, complemented by a virtual celebration on Dec. 9.
Spring 2023 Commencement Ceremonies
The SNHU Arena was filled with energy and excitement as thousands of graduates dressed in academic regalia celebrated their achievements during 4 in-person ceremonies on April 29 and 30. Family, friends and faculty cheered as each graduate’s name was announced. Our virtual ceremonies on May 20 brought even more graduates together for this momentous occasion in SNHU’s unique 360-degree virtual reality immersive experience.
Whether in person or online, the spirit of the event was the same: a celebration of the grit, determination and dedication that our graduates displayed throughout their educational journey. It was a day to honor their accomplishments and anticipate the promising futures that lie ahead. We welcome friends and family to watch recordings of the ceremonies on our .
The newest members of the SNHU alumni community, representing all 50 states and 51 countries, join a growing worldwide network of more than 215,000.
Spring 2023 | 12,900 Undergraduate | 3,800 Graduate | 36 Doctoral
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Spring 2023 student speakers were an exceptional and diverse group with unique experiences and passions. They included a talented writer and leader as co-editor-in-chief of the school newspaper, an accomplished author contributing to multiple books, a dedicated chess player preparing for his upcoming wedding, a professional singer performing with her band across the country, and a colon cancer survivor and enthusiastic backpacker who shared her story as our virtual ceremony speaker. Each speaker brought a distinct perspective to the event, informed by their personal experience and educational journey.
Campus Undergraduate, Graduate and Doctoral Programs
- , Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Graduate Programs
- , Master of Business Administration
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Business and STEM Programs
- , Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Nursing, and Health Professions Programs
- , Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Virtual Ceremony
- , Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
Fall 2023 Commencement Ceremonies
In Fall 2023, Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ proudly celebrated the accomplishments of more than 22,000 graduates. Whether physically present at one of three in-person ceremonies on Nov. 18 or connected online at our Dec. 9 virtual ceremony, the experience remained unchanged. It was a day dedicated to acknowledging achievements and the promising futures that await our graduates. The ceremony recordings are available on our .
Fall 2023 | 16,600 Undergraduate | 5,500 Graduate | 8 Doctoral
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The Fall 2023 commencement speakers embodied a wide range of diverse experiences. Among them, Brandon Patterson, a first-generation college graduate with a unique educational journey, encouraged us to celebrate this new chapter of triumph. Tiffany Lowe, a devoted mother and advocate for trauma-informed care, emphasized how our unique perspectives and journeys have the power to change the world. Sakina Brown, an online student who plans to start a business in her home country of Jamaica, reminded us to use this monumental accomplishment to continue slaying giants in our path. Lastly, Jillian Bernhardt, an actor and dedicated advocate for young performers, spoke of resilience as our secret weapon and the spark that ignites our success. Together, these individuals craft a rich narrative of distinctive experiences, aspirations and passions, embodying the essence of the SNHU class of 2023.
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Business and STEM Programs
- , Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Nursing, and Health Professions Programs
- , Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Graduate Programs
- , Master of Science
Virtual Ceremony
- , Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Commencement 2022
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ celebrated its 90th Commencement in-person at the SNHU Arena on April 30 - May 1, followed by a virtual ceremony on May 14. Months later, its 91st Commencement was held in-person at the SNHU arena on Nov. 19 and virtually on Dec. 10.
Spring 2022 Commencement Ceremonies
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ celebrated its 90th Commencement on April 30 - May 1, 2022 with four in-person ceremonies at the SNHU Arena in downtown Manchester.
Nearly 4,000 graduates celebrated in-person, while 4,000 more celebrated in a virtual ceremony on May 14 in our first ever 360-degree virtual reality format. You can find all of our spring 2022 ceremonies — all of which you can stream on .
The newest members of the SNHU alumni community, representing all 50 states and 46 countries, join a growing network of more than 180,000 globally.
Spring 2022 | 11,300 undergraduate | 3,900 Graduate | 17 Doctoral
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This year’s student speakers hailed from all walks of life, featuring inspirational messages from an international campus student from Nova Scotia, Canada, a Jamaican immigrant and first-generation college graduate, an energetic mother inspired by her three daughters to accomplish her dream of earning a college degree (42 years in the making), and a local police sergeant who served as a Marine in both Iraq and Afghanistan.
Campus Undergraduate, Graduate and Doctoral Programs
- , Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Graduate Programs
- , Master of Science
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Business and STEM Programs
- , Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Nursing, and Health Professions Programs
- , Bachelor of Science, Summa Cum Laude
Fall 2022 Commencement Ceremonies
In the fall of 2022, Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ celebrated more than 17,700 graduates with three in-person ceremonies and six virtual ceremonies — all of which you can stream on .
The newest members of SNHU’s alumni community (ranging from 15 to 89 years of age) represent each of America’s 50 states and 65 countries. They join a growing network of more than 200,000 global alumni.
November 19 and December 10, 2022 | 12,162 Undergraduate| 5,600 Graduate
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The ceremonies featured several student speakers, including an immigrant mother of five and a 50-year-old woman on a 30-year journey to a degree. For the first time ever, a virtual speaker also took the spotlight, telling his story as a first-generation graduate who overcame the challenge of self-doubt.
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Business and STEM Programs
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Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Undergraduate Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Nursing, and Health Professions Programs
- , Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Graduate Programs
- , Master of Arts
Virtual Ceremony
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Commencement 2020 - 2021
Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ’s 88th Commencement was held Saturday, May 8, 2021, recognizing graduates from 2020 and 2021 in the first 100% virtual ceremony. In the fall, it's 89th Commencement ceremony celebrations were held Saturday, Oct. 16, at the Delta Dental Stadium in Manchester, N.H., and over the weekend of Nov. 5-7 at the SNHU Arena in Manchester, N.H.
2020 - 2021 Virtual Commencement Ceremony
Determination has always been a key characteristic of Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ graduates, but never more so than within the 43,000 students who persisted throughout the pandemic in completing their degree programs. While those graduates from the spring and fall of 2020 and spring 2021 did not have an opportunity to walk across the stage yet, they did join in 68 virtual Commencement ceremonies to celebrate their hard-earned success in Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ’s 88th Commencement.
The virtual Commencement speaker was Dr. Laurie Santos, cognitive scientist and professor of psychology at Yale University.
May 8, 2021 | 31,890 Undergraduate | 10,698 Graduate | 12 Doctoral
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- Spring 2020 | 16,324 Undergraduate | 6,467 Graduate | 10 Doctoral
- Fall 2020 | 6,319 Undergraduate | 2,727 Graduate
- Spring 2021 | 9,247 Undergraduate | 1,504 Graduate | 2 Doctoral
To access your virtual ceremony and personalized clip, enter your name into the search bar or visit the following ceremony playlists.
- | Commencement Program Book Spring 2020 Campus
- | Commencement Program Book Spring 2020 Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ
- | Commencement Program Book Fall 2020 Campus
- | Commencement Program Book Fall 2020 Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ
- | Commencement Program Book Spring 2021 Campus
- | Commencement Program Book Spring 2021 Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ
- | Doctoral Program 2020 2021
- | Advantage Program 2020 2021
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2020 - 2021 Commencement Ceremony
SNHU welcomed the return of in-person ceremonies in the fall of 2021 as our graduates from spring 2020, fall 2020 and spring 2021 shared in the Commencement experience alongside our fall 2021 graduates. Despite challenges, 58,000 graduates were eligible to participate in Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ’s 89th Commencement. Of those degree recipients, approximately 6,000 are military-affiliated and over 1,100 graduates earned two degrees between 2019 and 2021 at SNHU. Of those degrees, more than 42,000 undergraduate degrees were awarded and almost 15,500 graduate degrees.
Over two weekends, 4,700 graduates celebrated their success at six in-person ceremonies, with nearly 14,000 guests cheering them on. 2,800 fall 2021 graduates also celebrated in a virtual ceremony while at home with family and friends.
The fall 2021 Commencement speakers were Common, Academy Award, Golden Globe, Emmy and Grammy-winning artist, actor and activist; Dr. Natalie (Stavas) Laub, physician and Boston Marathon first responder; Soledad O’Brien, award-winning journalist and author; and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, NBA legend and NYT best-selling author.
View and share all recorded in-person and virtual Commencement ceremonies on the .
Oct. 16 and Nov. 5-7, 2021 | 42,755 Undergraduate | 15,352 Graduate | 12 Doctoral
Featuring
- Spring 2020 | 16,324 Undergraduate | 6,467 Graduate | 10 Doctoral
- Fall 2020 | 6,319 Undergraduate | 2,727 Graduate
- Spring 2021 | 9,247 Undergraduate | 1,504 Graduate | 2 Doctoral
- Fall 2021 | 10,865 Undergraduate | 4,654 Graduate
Campus Graduates
Oct. 16, 2021, at Delta Dental Stadium, Manchester, N.H.
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Õ¬ÄÐÆµµÀ Graduates
Nov. 5-7, 2021, at the SNHU Arena in Manchester, N.H.
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SNHU Commencement Speeches:
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SNHU Commencement Student Speeches:
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Looking for older commencement footage?
We’ve got you covered. Take a look at our YouTube playlists, which include commencement livestreams dating all the way back to 2011. Just navigate to the one that corresponds with your graduation year to find your ceremony. You can browse through , too. Happy reminiscing!