Graduation

Degrees are conferred in December, May, and August. In order to participate in the commencement ceremony in May, students must complete a Graduation Application Form available in the Registrar’s Office by October 15 of the preceding year. Students who have completed all requirements for the degrees of Associate of Arts and/or Bachelor of Arts may participate in the commencement ceremony.

Candidates for the Associate of Arts degree may not participate in the commencement ceremony in May until all degree requirements have been completed. Candidates for the Bachelor of Arts degree may participate in the commencement ceremony in May if they have 3 courses (9 credits) or less to finish toward the completion of the degree and will complete all requirements by 31 August of the same year. These outstanding courses must be rostered for completion prior to the Fall semester (either through summer course registration and/or  planned transfer credit officially approved by the College).

Candidates with requirements still outstanding will be distinguished in the program notes from those who have fully completed their degrees. Students who are finished as well as those with credit outstanding will be robed in commencement regalia and walk across the platform to receive the diploma cover. Actual diplomas for students will be issued upon verification of completion of all degree requirements.