The University of Missouri's own commencement page confirms Spring 2027 Commencement spans Friday, May 14 through Sunday, May 17, across 16 separate ceremonies by college, split between Mizzou Arena and Jesse Auditorium.
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The University of Missouri’s own commencement page confirms Spring 2027 Commencement spans Friday, May 14 through Sunday, May 17, across 16 ceremonies by college — real dates and per-college assignments pulled directly from the university’s official schedule.
Sixteen ceremonies, not one
Friday: Graduate School (PhD/EdD), Honors College, Graduate School (Masters/Education Specialist), School of Medicine, College of Engineering. Saturday: College of Arts and Sciences (two sessions), Sinclair School of Nursing, College of Veterinary Sciences, Trulaske College of Business, Missouri School of Journalism. Sunday: College of Health Sciences (two sessions), Law School, College of Education and Human Development, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources.
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Frequently asked questions
What days does Mizzou's 2027 Commencement cover?
Friday, May 14 through Sunday, May 17, 2027, confirmed directly on the University of Missouri's own commencement page.
Is there one ceremony everyone attends?
No — Mizzou splits Commencement into 16 separate ceremonies by college across three days, alternating between Mizzou Arena and Jesse Auditorium.
Which session covers my graduate's college?
Friday covers Graduate School, Honors College, Medicine, and Engineering. Saturday covers Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Veterinary Sciences, Business, and Journalism. Sunday covers Health Sciences, Law, Education, and Agriculture — check the university's own schedule for exact times.
Where are the ceremonies held?
Mizzou Arena and Jesse Auditorium, both on the Columbia campus (One Champions Drive / 210 Jesse Hall) — the university's two standing commencement venues.
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