Below you will find a list of Frequently Asked Questions pertinent to graduation.
Graduation is the act of finishing all degree requirements as stated by Columbia College. This process is formally concluded by the approval of a graduation application completed by the graduating student.
University Commencement is a ceremony held each May where the president of the University, the leadership of Columbia College and the whole campus community comes together to recognize graduating students from the prior summer, fall and spring semesters to celebrate this accomplishment. Graduates are encouraged to invite family, friends and supporters to join in the festivities.
Students can apply for graduation in E-trieve. The application is listed under: Student Forms > EVAL – Apply for associate degree
There is no cost to apply for graduation.
Students can apply for COA’s in E-Trieve - - Student Forms > EVAL – Apply for COA
Anyone with an approved graduation application for Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Summer 2025
Students who have an approved graduation application for the below degrees/certificates are invited to participate in the graduation ceremony. Associate of Arts, Associate of Sciences , Associate of Arts – Transfer, Associate of Science – Transfer, Certificate of Achievement
Commencement starts at 5:00 p.m.
Graduates are asked to arrive in front of Oak Pavillion no later than 4:30 p.m. to check-in for the ceremony.
Graduates will fill out a Personal Identification Card to include the phonetic pronunciation of their name and ability to select what degree/certificate they would like read when they walk across the stage.
Graduates can line up in the following ways: Graduate + Graduate, Graduate + Faculty Member, Graduate + Staff
Students with a 3.75-4.0 GPA are graduating with distinction. Students with a 3.50-3.74 GPA are graduating with honors.
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