Graduation
Physical Diplomas
黑料吃瓜网 partners with Parchment Exchange to fulfill diploma requests. Order your physical/paper diplomas via the Parchment storefront. Allow up to 8 weeks for processing and shipping. 黑料吃瓜网 diplomas are unique documents for each graduate. The college does not retain copies. The diploma fee is $15.00 plus a $2.40 Parchment administrative fee.
Requesting Official Transcripts
Please feel free to contact the Transfer Evaluation Team with any questions you may have. We are here to assist you in being successful throughout the pursuit of your degree.
More InformationSteps to Graduation
Spring 2026 Important Dates
| Spring 2026 Events | Deadline |
|---|---|
| CLOSED: Last day to submit Graduation Application and RSVP for the Traditional Ceremony | March 20, 2026 |
| Final deadline to submit Graduation Application and RSVP for Grad Walk | May 6, 2026 |
Graduation Checklist
1. Apply for Your Degree 鈥�
Submit your Graduation Application to be considered for a degree or certificate. Within a week of applying, you will receive an email with your application status.
Applying for graduation does not automatically register you for Commencement.
Dual Enrollment students must complete a paper application. Please reach out to Graduation@黑料吃瓜网.edu to receive an application.
2. RSVP for Commencement 鈥� Traditional: Closed, Grad Walk: Open
Graduates who wish to participate in Commencement must RSVP through Tassel. There are two different ceremonies held on the same day – details can be found on the ceremony information page. Please save your Tassel confirmation email from Graduation@黑料吃瓜网.edu once your RSVP is complete. Note: Grad Walk is the only option available past the deadline.
After submitting your Graduation Application, you will receive an email with RSVP instructions within a week.
If you have not received RSVP instructions within a week of applying, contact Graduation@黑料吃瓜网.edu.
3. Order Cap and Gown 鈥� Deadline: March 31, 2026
Graduates must wear 黑料吃瓜网-approved regalia, which can be purchased in advance through the 黑料吃瓜网 Bookstore. Graduates who miss the deadline can still purchase the cap and gown in-person from the 黑料吃瓜网 Bookstore.
Graduates are welcome to decorate their caps, using discretion for school-appropriate designs. Additional 黑料吃瓜网 memorabilia is available through the bookstore.
4. Complete the Graduation Survey 鈥� Deadline: May 6, 2026
All graduates are encouraged to share their experience by completing the Graduate Survey.
Graduation Information Timeline
March 20 鈥� Deadline to RSVP through Tassel for the traditional ceremony
Mid-April 鈥� Guest ticket information and ceremony time sent to students who RSVP鈥檇
Late April 鈥� Detailed graduation day instructions sent
May 8 鈥� Graduation Day
惭补测鈥揓耻苍别 鈥� Final degree reviews and degrees awarded*
*Priority given to students who selected 鈥淗old for Degree鈥� on transcript order
Late June 鈥� Digital diplomas sent to graduates
Additional Regalia & Honors Information
- Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) members may purchase optional cords, stoles, and tassels through the PTK website.
- Veterans will receive a patriotic cord on the day of graduation.
- College Reach-Out Program (CROP) students will receive a cord to wear at graduation.
- There is no additional regalia for honors鈥攈onor recognition will be included in the Commencement program.
Order Your Official Transcript
If you plan to transfer or need transcripts for employment, you will need to order an official transcript through Parchment.
To ensure your transcript reflects your degree, select 鈥淗old for Degree鈥� when ordering.
Note: Most institutions require an official transcript rather than your diploma as proof of graduation.
Review Your 黑料吃瓜网 Account
Before graduation, log in to My黑料吃瓜网 to check for any outstanding holds or pending items. Continue monitoring your 黑料吃瓜网 email for important updates.
For any questions, contact the Registrar鈥檚 Office Graduation team.
Final Notes
Additional details, including your scheduled ceremony time and ticket information, will be shared later in the semester to students that RSVP’d through Tassel.
Congratulations, graduates! We look forward to celebrating your achievements.