Commencement 2025

2025 Commencement Ceremony

Friday, May 16, 2025

2:30 - 4 pm EST (in person)

Olin Campus - Great Lawn tent

The Class of 2025 families and their guests may enter the tent and find seats starting at 1:30 p.m. ET.

A reception will follow the ceremony. Graduates and their families, Olin College staff, faculty, students, alumni, trustees, friends and guests are all invited to attend. Livestream of the ceremony will be available for remote viewing. 

Parking and Accessibility

There will be onsite parking available for guests. We will have golf carts available for guests who require additional assistance.  

Requests for accessible seating should be sent to the Commencement Operations Committee at [email protected].  

Local Restaurants and Dining

Families may wish to make reservations for meals off campus while in town to celebrate Commencement. View a list of dining options in Needham and nearby towns.

Weather   

Commencement will be held outside in a tent on the Great Lawn, rain or shine.   

Photography and Video 

We will have professional photography and video teams on campus and will share photos and video with you after the event.