Commencement Frequently Asked Questions
Will the ceremony be live streamed for those who can not attend?
For friends and family who are unable to attend, the ceremony will be streamed live on the Vimeo platform.
How will I receive my commencement tickets and how can I forward them to my guests?
On April 8, you will receive your three (3) guest tickets to commencement in three separate emails from Etix. You will need to forward each individual ticket to each of your three guests. View instructions for how to forward your commencement tickets to your guests.
How can I request an accessibility accommodation?
Students and guests: Please complete this form if you need an accessibility accommodation at the concert or the ceremony.
What are the current COVID protocols for attending the commencement concert and/or ceremony?
There are no COVID-related protocols in place in the city of Boston at this time. Protocols are subject to change and you can stay up to date with the most recent information from the City of Boston's Public Health Commission.
How do I get my cap and gown?
- You ordered your cap and gown when you applied for graduation.
- Starting Monday, April 29 through Friday, May 3, between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., you will need to pick up your cap and gown at the Berklee Bookstore. Caps and gowns will not be available at the venue.
- If you want someone else to pick up your cap and gown between April 29 and May 3, you must fill out this designation form by Thursday, April 25.
- On Saturday, May 11, you must arrive “robed and ready” (wearing your cap, gown, and hood).
Will I receive a hood with my commencement regalia?
- You will receive a hood if your degree is Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance, Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater, Bachelor of Music, Master of Fine Arts in Musical Theater, or Master of Music.
- Graduate Performance Diploma, Professional Studies Certificate, and Artist Diploma graduates do not receive hoods.
Who can I contact if I have further questions?
For general questions about commencement, email commencement@berklee.edu. For questions about graduation requirements, diplomas, transcripts, and how honors are determined, contact bcbgradspecialist@berklee.edu.