Commencement 2026 - New England College
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Commencement 2026

May 02, 2026
More than 1,100 students from New England College's on-campus and online undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs celebrated their accomplishments at the College’s Commencement ceremony Saturday, May 18, in Henniker.

Saturday, May 2

Celebrate New England College’s 79th Commencement! Graduates, families, friends, alumni, students, faculty, and staff are all welcome.

Breakfast Buffet
7:30–9:30 a.m. | Gilmore Dining Hall
Pay at the door: $10.25 per person
RSVP required through the form below.

Commencement Ceremony
10:00 a.m. | Simon Lawn
Rain Location: Lee Clement Ice Arena
Commencement typically lasts two hours.

Commencement Reception
The Class of 2026, along with their guests, are invited to a reception in the Simon Center Great Room immediately after the Commencement ceremony. Light refreshments will be served.

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