How to Apply
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 Spring 2025 - April 1
Semester of completion Summer 2025 - July 7
Semester of completion Fall 2025 - 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.
Following the April 1st degree/certificate deadline, an email will be sent to eligible students with RSVP information. If you have questions regarding the RSVP email, contact the Admissions & Records Office at 559-325-5200 to check your eligibility.
If you have a physical disability that you feel may make it difficult to participate, please use the accommodations section on the RSVP and contact the Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSP&S) Office at 559-325-5349 for assistance. If you have questions, please call the Student Center at 559-325-5235
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.
Interested in being this year's Student Speaker? The RSVP email also contains information on how to submit an application which is due on Saturday, April 12th.
Caps, gowns, and tassels are now available for purchase at the Clovis Community College Bookstore on campus, or order regalia online. Quantities on hand of each size are limited, so make sure to purchase your regalia early to ensure what you need is in stock. The deadline to purchase or pick-up regalia from the Bookstore is Thursday, May 22nd. 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.
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. Please see the Commencement FAQs for more information.
Graduation details can be found on our Commencement FAQs page which includes information such as guest limit, parking info, check-in, and more! Remember to also check your student email frequently for important updates regarding the graduation rehearsal and commencement ceremony.
