Students who anticipate meeting degree and/or certificate requirements by the end of a term need to submit a degree application for the degree in Self-Service by the stated deadline for that term. Failure to apply before the final deadline will delay the granting of the degree/certificate to the end of the next term.
Note: Associate Degrees are not granted automatically when students complete the requirements.
How to apply for your degree/certificate
To apply for degree/certificate completion, students log in to Self-Service and select Apply for Degree/Certificate from the Academics tab. If you are eligible for more than one degree, you can select Back to Programs of Study to apply for additional degrees or certificates, if applicable. If you do not see the certificate or degree program you intend to apply for in Self-Service, meet with a counselor to obtain assistance with adding the program and to review your degree progress.
If you completed coursework at another college or have Advanced Placement or other exam credit that you would like to be considered in the evaluation of your degree/certificate at CCC, you must provide an official transcript and/or an official exam score reports prior to being evaluated for the degree/certificate. Degree/certificate completion requirements will be verified at the end of the term once final grades have been posted.
Diplomas and certificates are mailed to successful graduates approximately sixty business days from the last day of the term the degree or certificate is conferred. They will be mailed to the address listed in Self-Service.
Application Deadlines
| Semester of Completion | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Spring 2025 | Tuesday, April 1 |
| Summer 2025 | Monday, July 7 |
| Fall 2025 | Saturday, November 1 |
Need Assistance?
Watch the video to see how to apply through Self-Service.
For questions regarding the graduation application process, please contact the Counseling Office at 559-325-5230. For questions regarding the Commencement ceremony, please contact Student Activities at 559-325-5243.
After the April 1st degree/certificate deadline, an email will be sent to eligible students with RSVP information. If you do not receive the email, contact the Admissions & Records Office at 559-325-5200 to check your eligibility.
Note: Students that apply for degree/certificate completion after April 1st will be considered as Summer 2025 completion. These applicants will still be invited to the Spring 2025 commencement ceremony.
How to request accommodations
If you have a physical disability that you feel may make it difficult to participate, please note it in the accommodations portion of the RSVP and contact the Disabled Students Programs & Services (DSP&S) Office at 559-325-5349 for assistance. If you have any further questions, please call the Student Activities Office at 559-325-5235 or celebrate@cloviscollege.edu. Students should RSVP and/or contact the Student Activities Office by May 6 to ensure the appropriate arrangements can be made.
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The RSVP email also contains information on how to submit an application which is due on Saturday, April 12.
Graduation candidates will have their diplomas mailed out to the address as it appears in Self-Service, free of charge. Please double check your address to ensure your diploma is mailed to the correct location.
Caps, gowns, and tassels are now available for purchase at the Clovis Community College Bookstore on campus or online. Quantities on hand of each size are limited, so be sure to purchase your regalia early to ensure what you need is in stock. Note: The deadline to purchase or pick-up regalia from the Bookstore is Thursday, May 22 (before the commencement rehearsal). If you need assistance with purchasing a cap and gown, please contact the Bookstore at 2173mgr@follett.com or call 559-325-5253.
All ceremony participants are required to wear full academic regalia consisting of a traditional black gown and mortarboard (cap) with tassel. Additional items including stoles and cords are optional, however they must be approved by the Commencement Advisory. Visit the Approved Stoles & Cords webpage for more information about the approval process.
CCC graduation stoles are available for purchase through the bookstore or may be available through certain student programs. Only college-approved stoles and tassels are allowed to be worn during the ceremony. View Approved Stoles & Cords or visit the Commencement FAQ for more information.
Graduation details can be found on the Commencement FAQ webpage which includes information such as guest limit, parking information, check-in time and location, and more! Remember to also check your SCCCD student email frequently for important updates about the graduation rehearsal and commencement ceremony.
A commencement rehearsal will be held on Thursday, May 22 at 4:00 p.m. Details will be emailed to students who RSVP for the ceremony. While it is not mandatory to participate, it is highly recommended as important information will be shared that will be useful on the day of graduation. Students who attend the rehearsal will also be able to pick their seat for the ceremony. Students who do not attend will be given a seat assignment prior to the ceremony.
The Clovis Community College commencement ceremony will be held on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The event will take place outdoors on the main campus located at 10309 N. Willow Ave., Fresno, CA, 93730.
There is no limit on guest count and there will be no ticket requirements. Important guest information will be sent to students on May 17.
Photographs will be taken by a professional photographer of each graduate as they receive their diploma tube on stage and will be available online in the week following the event.
There is also the option of taking a posed photo with Larson Photography which will be available for purchase after commencement. If you would like to take the posed photo, please arrive between 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. to ensure you are able to take your photo before the ceremony.
