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2026 commencement celebration graphic for GW Law
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2026 commencement celebration graphic for GW Law

The George Washington University Law School

2026 School Celebration

Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 3 pm

 

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A group of GW Law graduates posing for a photo on the National Mall in their regalia.

Congratulations, GW Law Class of 2026! Your dedication has brought you to this moment, and we’re proud to celebrate with you.

GW Commencement on the National Mall - Sunday, May 17, 2026.

 

   

 

  

Order Your Academic Regalia

Regalia will be at a fixed price until online sales end on April 2.

Deadline to Order: Thursday, April 2

Order Regalia Today

 

Commencement Schedule

Stay tuned for future updates on commencement events. View the full schedule of law events.

Calendar graphic displaying the date May 15

Dean's Reception

Friday, May 15
7-9 pm
National Portrait Gallery
Each graduate will receive 4 electronic tickets for themselves, family, and friends

Calendar graphic displaying the date May 17

University-Wide Commencement Celebration

Sunday, May 17
10:30 am
National Mall
Limit 5 guests

 

Questions?

If you have questions about GW's commencement ceremonies, refer to the Frequently Asked Questions or contact commencementatgwu [dot] edu (commencement[at]gwu[dot]edu). If you have questions specific to the Law School Diploma Celebration, please email lawcommencementatlaw [dot] gwu [dot] edu (lawcommencement[at]law[dot]gwu[dot]edu).