Commencement

Are You Ready to Graduate?

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Are you ready?

I don't know if I am ready. What do I do?

See a counselor! A counselor will review your academic record to see if you have completed or are about to complete your degree or certificate requirements. Counseling

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I don't have a major, but I have over 60 units. Am I eligible?

See a counselor. You may be closer to completing a degree or certificate than you think. Counseling

Need help finding a major - Visit the Career Center

I am going to transfer.

But, you should still get your Associate degree.

Yes, I am ready to graduate! But I have not petitioned to graduate.

You must complete a petition to graduate in the counseling office I-430 or visit your EOPS or DSPS counselor if applicable.

Yes, I have petitioned to graduate. What's next?

Your academic record will be assessed by the Evaluations Department. Once processed, they will notify you that your official graduation evaluation is available for you to pick up. The evaluation shows completed and remaining course/degree requirements.

I will be finishing my degree/certificate requirements in the summer. Can I still participate in the Commencement Ceremony?

Yes, just be sure to petition to graduate by May 5th.

I finished my degree/certificate requirements this past fall - can I still participate in the Commencement Ceremony?

Students who are eligible to graduate will be invited to participate in the Commencement Ceremony. Invitations are mailed in mid-March. Contact the Evaluation's Office at (619) 388-2680, Room I3-201 if you have any questions.