Graduation Information

Apply for graduation by submitting the Graduation Application form. Apply by March 15 to have your name included in the Commencement Ceremony.
Here are a few things that will help you as you fill out the form.
The 58th SPSCC Commencement Ceremony will be held in person on June 17 at 10 a.m., outside at The Evergreen State College's Red Square.
The event will also be live-streamed on SPSCC's YouTube channel.
The deadline to be included in print materials for the 2023 Commencement Ceremony is March 15. Remember that you need to apply to graduate from SPSCC, whether or not you want to be included in the Commencement Ceremony.
Cap & Gown
A blue cap & gown is required as you move across the stage. Orders are now closed.
You can email the Office of Student Life to learn about used cap & gown options at studentlife@spscc.edu.
Cords
If you apply by the graduation application deadline, you can pick up your cords before the ceremony.
Cord Meaning
Stoles
Check directly with your department contact about stoles for:
Graduate check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. on June 17 by Purce Hall and graduate lineup begins at 9:30 a.m.
The ceremony begins at 10 a.m. at The Evergreen State College's Red Square.
Here is the map of The Evergreen State College campus to reference parking and ceremony location (Red Square).
Graduation Disclaimer: Participation in the ceremony is optional and is not an official verification of graduation requirements. Grades have not been posted at the time of the ceremony and some students may have remaining class requirements.
Will I go across the stage?
Are tickets required?
Is graduation happening before finals week?
What if I apply to graduation after the deadline?
Can I walk at graduation even if I'm not in the program?
What should I wear?
You must apply for graduation for ALL degrees and ALL certificates. Some degrees have certificates within them – you must apply for each degree and each individual certificate in order for it to post on your transcript AND for us to order diplomas.
Diplomas – expect your diploma to arrive in your mailbox several months after your last quarter.
General information for all degrees:
If you need help, ask us!
Contact your Educational & Career Planner via Compass with questions about degree requirements: