Associate degrees and certificates are conferred at the end of each semester. Students who plan to graduate must file a Petition to Graduate form early in the term prior to the semester in which they anticipate graduation. This form must be on file in the Office of Admissions and Records (U214) by the published date(s) in the college's Academic Calendar. For participation in the May 2026 commencement ceremony, the deadline to submit a Petition to Graduate is March 6, 2026.

Commencement is held each year at the completion of the spring semester. All students who have graduated with an associate degree or certificate since the last commencement, or who expect to graduate at the end of the spring semester or the following summer session, are encouraged to participate in the commencement ceremony for their program. 

Students who plan to graduate must file a Petition to Graduate form early in the term prior to the semester in which they anticipate graduation. This form must be on file in the Office of Admissions and Records (U214) by the published date(s) in the college Academic Calendar. 

Admissions staff will assist you with any graduation questions you might have, and Student Life will be available to provide information and answer questions about Commencement, such as how to order your cap and gown, and what to expect during the ceremony.