Countdown to 2026 Commencement
Commencement Ceremony Dates:
University of Maine Machias,
Reynolds Center Gymnasium
Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 11 a.m.
Doors open at 10:00 am
* Seating is first come, first served.
Graduate lineup is at 10:00 am (Torrey Hall)
Commencement livestream
UMaine Machias YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UMaineMachiasPR/streams
Post Commencement Celebration
More information to come for commencement, 2026!
Honors are awarded based on the following:
Associate Degrees, a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and above
Baccalaureate Degrees are conferred with Latin honors (gold cords), at commencement, for the following attainments of rank
- summa cum laude: 3.70 GPA
- magna cum laude: 3.50 GPA
- cum laude: 3.30 GPA
* The University bases the GPA only on the student’s work at the University of Maine at Machias.
Student, Faculty and Staff Information:
Ordering Regalia:
Coming soon!
- Ordering will end on April 1, 2026. Please order as soon as possible to ensure you receive your order in time.
- Orders will be mailed to the shipping address you provide.
- Cap, gown, & tassel colors:
- Associates (2-year) Degrees: cap and gown is black, tassel is navy.
- Bachelors (4-year) Degrees: cap and gown is black, tassel is black.
- Certificates (Family Futures, Early College, etc.): cap and gown is black, tassel is white.
Important Dates:
Rehearsal:
- Date: May 8, 2025
- Time: 3 p.m.
- Where: Torrey Hall, First Floor Hallway
To participate in commencement ceremonies, students must apply on MaineStreet by Feb. 1. Visit the Student Records website for information about requirements and the application process.