Commencement

Congratulations Graduates! 🎓

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 10 AM | The Nassau Veteran's Memorial Coliseum

1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, NY 11553

 

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We want to make sure Commencement is a day to remember for you and your families. Please follow the check list items below and check back regularly for updates.

Fill out your Intent to Graduate form:

• This form must be completed whether you plan to attend commencement or not.
  • Fall/Winter graduate deadline: November 21, 2025
  • Spring/Summer graduate deadline: March 27, 2026
• Failure to meet the deadline may result in your name being omitted from the Commencement program and delay you from receiving your diploma. 
• Please allow three to five days for the processing of your ITG. You can log in to OASIS to verify if your name is on the Candidate’s List.

Register for Commencement:

• Please monitor your email for a message from Tassel containing your personalized Commencement registration link. The deadline to complete registration is Monday, April 27, 2026.
• Completing the Intent to Graduate form does not automatically register you to participate in the commencement ceremony.

Tickets:

• Ticket distribution will be handled by the Nassau Coliseum via Ticketmaster. Tickets will be available roughly one to two weeks prior to Commencement. Keep an eye on your FSC email for more information regarding Commencement ticket distribution.

Order your Caps and Gowns:

• Order your cap and gown through the Campus Bookstore or online.
• All students must have the official FSC cap and gown in order to participate in commencement. The deadline to order is April 15, 2026 for campus pick up or April 24, 2026 for home delivery.
• For pricing and other regalia related questions, please contact the College Bookstore at 631-249-3048 during regular business hours.

Attend the Grad Fair:

• At the Grad Fairs, students can order their caps and gowns, purchase their class ring, take their senior portraits (must be scheduled ahead), complete their Alumni update form and more!
  • Tuesday, December 2 | 2 PM - 7 PM | Campus Center, Ballroom B/C
  • Wednesday, December 3 | 10 AM - 3 PM | Campus Center, Ballroom B/C

Commencement Events

Date	Name	Time	Location
5/22/26	Commencement 2026	10:00 AM	Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum

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