Welcome to New York ... Universitys commencement speaker, Taylor Swift .

The 32-year-old singer-songwriter delivered a heartwarming speech for NYUs graduating classes during the 2022 ceremony on Wednesday, where she also received an honorary doctor of fine arts degree.

Last time I was in a stadium this size, I was dancing in heels and wearing a glittery leotard. This outfit is much more comfortable, she joked in her opening remarks while dressed in the schools violet graduation attire. I am 90% sure I am here because I have a song called 22.

Before she took the stage at Yankee Stadium, Swift shared a peek of her preparation for the day on Instagram, writing alongside a video, Wearing a cap and gown for the very first time - see you soon NYU .

Given Swifts breakout success as a teenager, she never went to college or completed high school in a traditional sense, as she was homeschooled for both her junior and senior years.