GSEHD Commencement
Save the Date:
The Graduate School of Education and Human Development
2026 Commencement Celebration
GSEHD School Celebration
Saturday, May 16
8:30 a.m. ET | Charles E. Smith Center
GW Commencement on the National Mall
Sunday, May 17
Questions?
If you have questions about GW's commencement ceremonies, refer to the Frequently Asked Questions or contact commencement
gwu [dot] edu (commencement[at]gwu[dot]edu). For GSEHD events, contact gsehdoslgwu [dot] edu (subject: Graduation%202023) (gsehdosl[at]gwu[dot]edu).
Plan Your Visit
Parking
GSEHD Events
Visitor Parking: Explore on-campus options >
Metro: Lisner Auditorium and the Smith Center are located 3 blocks from the Foggy Bottom/GWU metro stop on the blue, orange, and silver lines.
GW Commencement
Read more about parking, transportation, accessibility, etc. >
Lodging
There are many options for lodging across the D.C. area, including some options that are close to the National Mall. Be sure to ask any hotel if they offer a discount for the weekend of GW’s Commencement.
Things To Do
Explore these neighborhood favorites for food options and things to do around Foggy Bottom in-between celebrating your graduate. Explore historic sites, take in the arts, or enjoy some time outdoors.
Accessibility
GW is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. Please see the information regarding Smith Center and National Mall accessibility on the University Commencement website. Closed captions and ASL interpretation will be provided at each event.
GIFs: Search gwcommencement in the GIF feature of Instagram and Snapchat to add GW Commencement stickers to your stories.
Regalia
All students participating in school celebrations and Commencement on the National Mall must wear regalia. Active service members may wear their dress uniform in lieu of regalia. Graduates may order regalia online through April 2.
Keepsakes
Information about additional purchases such as announcements, diploma frames, yearbooks and class rings will be shared in the future. The GW Campus Store offers alumni clothing and gifts.