We recommend that anyone participating in or attending commencement review the information on the University’s commencement website, including the schedule of events and frequently asked questions.
Following the University Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 15th, the BME ceremony, and all Hajim School of Engineering graduation ceremonies, will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
Who: All graduates, all degrees, all schools
When: Friday, May 15, 2026, 8:45 a.m.
Where: Fauver Stadium at the Brian F. Prince Athletic Complex, River Campus
Who: Just doctoral graduates
When: Friday, May 15, 2026, 2 p.m.
Where: Kodak Hall, Eastman Campus
Who: All BME BS, MS, and PhD graduates
When: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 1:00 p.m.
Where: Sanctuary, Interfaith Chapel
You’re Invited!
The Department of Biomedical Engineering Graduation ceremony will be Saturday, May 16th, at 1 PM in the Interfaith Chapel, to celebrate BME BS, MS, and PhD graduates. Immediately following the BME graduation ceremony there will be a reception with refreshments in the lower level of the Interfaith Chapel from 2-3 PM.
BME Senior Design and CMTI design project posters will also be on display throughout the morning before the ceremony on the 2nd floor of Goergen Hall.
Photos & LiveStream
There will be a professional photographer taking photos at the Biomedical Engineering Graduation Ceremony, and those photos will be shared after the event. Livestreams of events will also be available during Commencement Weekend. Stay tuned for details!
BME Graduates
As you step into this exciting next chapter, we want to help you stay connected with the incredible BME community you’ve been a part of. Your University of Rochester email will eventually expire, so now is the perfect time to update your contact information and join the BME alumni mailing list.