Information for Students
Main Commencement
Main Commencement will take place on Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am
- South Campus Great Lawn
- Graduation Event for All City College Graduates
- Full Graduation Regalia to be worn
- This event will be livestreamed
Master's & PhD Celebration
Master’s & PhD Celebration is TBD. Relive last year’s ceremony!
Class Of 2026 To Do List
Key Dates to Know: See them all in one place.
View Dates
Graduation Name Call Submission
Please submit your name pronunciation to ensure it is read correctly at the ceremony.
Cap and Gown, Orders
Opportunity to order your cap and gown to ship home.
Location: Online
Purchases Dates & Times: Once the ordering period opens, we will notify the seniors. Please keep and eye out on your email for this information **The last day to order your Cap and Gown online is Friday, April 23, 2026. Students may choose On-Campus Pick Up at no additional cost, or Standard Home Shipping for an additional $14.90 if ordered by April 23, 2026. A late ordering period will be available with an additional fee of $21.30.
Senior Rings
Option 1: Balfour Senior Rings
Option 2: Herff Jones
OPTIONAL: Opportunity to see/purchase Senior Rings.
Senior Portraits
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: Schedule an appointment with Thornton Studio to get your senior portrait taken for the Yearbook. Code:02688
Yearbook 2026
The 2026 Yearbook is currently in development and will be published in Fall 2026.
OPTIONAL: Want some of your photos featuring campus life to be in the Yearbook? This is the chance!
Students who prefer not to be featured in the yearbook should complete the Yearbook Information Disclosure Form.
FAQ's
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: Take a look at some common questions and answers asked by students.
Honor Cords
To learn about the distribution of the honor cords please reach out to your perspective division for details.
Graduate Salute
What is Graduate Salute – A one stop shop for all grad updates, regalia and more. A celebration for all of our graduating students:
- April 21st – 12 pm to 4 pm – The Great Hall
- April 22nd – 3 pm to 7 pm – The Great Hall
Rings
Balfour
- Feb 18th and 19th – 12 pm to 6 pm – NAC Rotunda
- Grad Salute
Herff Jones
- March 4th and 5th – 12 pm to 5 pm – NAC Rotunda
- April 7th and 8th – 12 pm to 5 pm – NAC Rotunda
- Grad Salute
Thornton Studios Senior Portraits
- February 23 – February 27
- April 20 – April 24 (Week of Graduate Salute)
Students can also schedule a photoshoot using the link and code below The portrait schedule is active now at www.ThorntonStudio.com using Code: 02688
Cap and Gown Pick Up
Location: NAC Ballroom
Distribution Dates & Times:
- May 20: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- May 21: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- May 26: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- May 29: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Students will have the opportunity to pick up or purchase and pick up their cap and gown during these times.
The last day to order your Cap and Gown online is Thursday April 23, 2026. Orders placed after this date may incur additional fees.
Celebrate Your Journey
Commencement is around the corner. Invite your loved ones and reserve your tickets today.
Last Updated: 02/11/2026 14:20