Commencement Ceremony Highlights
Saturday, May 16, 2026 will be a special day when Webster Leiden Campus’ yearly graduation ceremony takes place at the Pieterskerk in Leiden.
This event and your diploma will constitute the official recognition of your academic achievement.
We are looking forward to sharing this proud and memorable occasion with you.
Commencement Speaker
TBA
Eligibility to Participate in Commencement
Students eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony are students who completed all their degree program requirements in the 2025-2026 academic year (August to May). In addition, students expecting to finish all requirements by the end of the Fall 2026 semester are eligible.
Final Steps For the Ceremony
Information will be emailed in Spring 2026 to eligible students about how to register.
Gown pickup schedule will be announced closer to the ceremony date.
The Day of the Ceremony
Location
Pieterskerk Leiden
Kloksteeg 16
2311 SL Leiden
Timeline
Graduation Day Rehearsals
On the day of the ceremony, all students will be required to be at the church at 1-1:15 p.m.
The students will rehearse this day by walking down the aisle and stepping on stage. You will also be told what to do when your name is called to receive your scroll.
Ceremony
The ceremony starts at 3 p.m.
Reception
Following the ceremony, a reception will be held at the Pieterskerk.
Directions to the Pieterskerk
Practical information - PIETERSKERK
Parking
Parking Leiden | Parking Leiden
Accessibility
Please notify the graduation team of any accessibility needs or special requirements so we can ensure we have the appropriate accommodations.
Merchandise and Diploma Covers
At the church there will be a table selling merchandise and diploma covers.
Photography
There will be a professional photographer during the ceremony. In the weeks after the ceremony, the photo of you on stage receiving your diploma will be shared with you.
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