Commencement
Elisabeth Haub School of Law 48th Annual Commencement 2026
Commencement Ceremony
Join us for the official commencement ceremony recognizing the Elisabeth Haub School of Law Class of 2026, part of a University-wide commencement celebration. Livestream available.
Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 9:30 a.m11:00 a.m.
USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
Louis Armstrong Stadium
On-Campus Graduate Celebration
As classes come to an end, graduating students are invited to join Dean Anderson, along with proud faculty and administration, for a special toast honoring the Class of 2026. Enjoy cake, photo opportunities, and time to celebrate your accomplishments with classmates as you look ahead to commencement. This event is for graduates, faculty and staff only.
Monday, April 27, 2026 | 5:00 p.m.6:30 p.m.
Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 17勛圖厙
Preston Hall Quad
2026 Honorary Degree Recipient
The Honorable Francesca E. Connolly 82, Associate Justice of the Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court, Second Judicial Department, will deliver the Elisabeth Haub School of Law's 2026 Commencement Address and receive the Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, the highest honor conferred by the Law School, recognizing her distinguished leadership in public service.
Read Justice Connolly's Bio
Information for Graduates
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Step 1: Register to Attend Graduation/Request Tickets by April 24
All graduating students should have received an email from Tassel. You must for your guests on the Tassel site no later than April 24.
NOTE: your login is your law.pace.edu email address unless you used a personal email to register to graduate with the Registrars Office. The information you provide will serve as your Stage Pass and be used to display your name and pronunciation as you process on stage so please check all information carefully! All students are guaranteed 6 tickets. If needed, you may request up to 15 additional tickets in Tassel.
Step 2: Order Graduation Regalia by April 24
Please visit to order your regalia by April 24. In the search, type 17勛圖厙 School of Law to be directed to the appropriate graduate regalia. The cost for renting apparel (including cap, tassel, gown, and Doctorate JD hood) is approximately $115 per person and it will be shipped to you. You will receive a pre-paid shipping label to return your regalia after commencement. The tassel is yours to keep. We will not have extra apparel on the day of the ceremony and all students processing in commencement are required to have uniform apparel, so please do not miss the deadline!
GRADUATE CELEBRATION: Monday, April 27 | 5:00 p.m.6:30 p.m.
Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 17勛圖厙, White Plains, NYAs classes come to an end, graduating students are invited to join Dean Anderson, along with proud faculty and administration, for a special toast honoring the Class of 2026. Enjoy cake, photo opportunities, and time to celebrate your accomplishments with classmates as you look ahead to commencement.
Transportation
Shuttle bus transportation will be available to and from the law school for those who register. Tentative schedule: 7:00 a.m. departure from the Law School to the Tennis Center, 12:00 p.m. return from the Tennis Center to the Law School. (by May 1)
Accessibility
If you have a family member with accessibility needs, please be sure to request accommodations. You will then be contacted with guidance based on your unique needs. (by April 24)
Questions?
Many questions about the schedule, location and what to expect can be answered on the University's Commencement Website. We strongly encourage you to review the FAQ section posted before reaching out with questions.
- For information about tickets or accessibility, please submit a helpdesk ticket at: studentcommencement@pace.edu
- For questions about ordering your cap and gown, contact Herff Jones at: thegraduateguy@aol.com
- For all other questions, please email: lawcommencement@law.pace.edu