Graduation and Commencement
Getting ready for the 2026 commencement on May 15, 2026
All graduates need to fill out the following form(s):
- You will need to apply for graduation by April 1 whether or not you will participate in the ceremony
- In order to participate in the commencement ceremony, please complete the Intent to Participate in Commencement form between February 15 and April 21 each year.
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
February 16 – April 19, 2026: In order to ensure your name is listed in the Commencement program, Intent to Participate forms must be submitted by April 19. The portal to submit this form will close May 14. Any students who submit their forms between April 19 and May 14 will still be able to participate in Commencement as long as they have a cap and gown, though their names may not be listed in the program.
Order a Cap/Gown
Order details coming soon! Order window typically opens in early March through the beginning of April.
Ceremony
Practice for commencement is at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Ford Wyoming Center (formerly Casper Events Center).
Commencement is 7 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Ford Wyoming Center. Doors open at 6 p.m. Students must be there by 6:30 p.m. The ceremony is open to the public.
The ceremony will be available for watching online via livestream.
Students can show off their Casper College pride by purchasing swag! For more information, call 307-268-2325 or visit the Class store.
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.