Graduation and Commencement

Prepare to celebrate your academic achievements! All finishing students must apply for their degree regardless of ceremony participation. If you plan to walk across the stage, submit your intent form and order your cap and gown. Loved ones can attend or stream online.

Getting ready for the 2026 commencement on May 15, 2026

All graduates need to fill out the following form(s):

  • Each student planning to complete their program this semester must apply for graduation to confirm eligibility. This application is required even if you do not plan to participate in Commencement.
  • If you plan to participate in the Commencement ceremony, please complete the Intent to Participate form so we can plan for your attendance and include your name in the Commencement program..

Important Graduation Deadlines and Dates

The application for graduation is needed for a student to be awarded the degree and have a diploma created for them. You need to fill out the application for graduation whether or not you intend to participate in the commencement ceremony.

  • April 1 – Application Deadline for Spring Graduation
  • July 16 – Application Deadline for Summer Graduation
  • December 1 – Application Deadline for Fall Graduation

The commencement ceremony takes place once a year following the end of the Spring Semester. It is typically held on the Friday evening following final exam week.

Fall and Summer graduates are also encouraged to participate in the commencement ceremony.

Intent to Participate

Opens in February: In order to ensure your name is listed in the Commencement program, Intent to Participate forms must be submitted by the deadline set by the Records office. The portal to submit this form will close the day before the end of the spring semester.

Order a Cap/Gown

Cap and Gown orders will open in the spring of 2027. Stay tuned for the details!”

Ceremony

The spring 2027 Commencement ceremony will be held on May 14, 2027. Additional details will be available after the new year.

Questions

Questions about commencement? Contact Student Records at 307-268-2499 or email records@caspercollege.edu.

Questions regarding cap and gown ordering or pickup? Contact the Jack McCann College Store at 307-268-2714.

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