Apply for Graduation

You are joining thousands of other CCD graduates, moving from students to alumni. Before you take this final step, you must apply to graduate. It is necessary to apply for graduation so that your diploma can be awarded and your transcript will show your degree or certificate. This is not the same as signing up to walk in the ceremony.

Eligibility, Records, and Requirements

Confirm acceptance into a program of study (major) at CCD. Check with your academic advisor or utilize Degree Check on CCDConnect to ensure you're on the right track.

  • 15 credit hours for a degree or 25 percent of your certificate.
  • Minimum 60 credit hours for a degree; certificate requirements may vary.

  • Maintain a grade of "C" or better in each course.
  • Address any incomplete or satisfactory progress grades promptly; submit grade changes to the Office of Registration and Records within two weeks after the semester ends.

Confirm that the name on your diploma aligns with your current school records. If there's a change, submit a Change of Information Form to the Office of Registration and Records (Confluence Building, room 144).

If you have credits from a previous institution, ensure the Office of Registration and Records (Confluence Building, room 114) receives your official transcripts before submitting the Graduation Application Form.


Students seeking Credit for Prior Learning should complete all required paperwork with the Academic Advising and Student Success Center (Confluence Building, room 123).


Check the catalog for any unique requirements within your specific program of study.
Graduation Application
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Commencement

Once approved to graduate, we invite you to partake in CCD's annual commencement ceremony held in mid-May. This celebration honors graduates from the previous summer, fall, and spring semesters.

Your success story deserves a grand finale - let's make your graduation a memorable and joyous occasion at Community College of Denver!

Celebrate Your Achievements

Engage and Celebrate!

  • Caps and Gowns: Available for pickup a couple of days before the big day. Keep an eye on the schedule.
  • For cords, stoles, or pins: You will contact your student organization or program coordinator.
  • Express Your Creativity: Decorate your grad cap at the Grad Fair.

  • Each graduate will grace the stage, symbolizing your academic journey.
  • Your moment is elevated with heartfelt congratulations from our esteemed president and a personalized photo together.
  • Capture the cheers of family and friends as they witness your moment.
  • Embrace the opportunity to invite family and friends onto the stage for a group photo, immortalizing the joyous occasion.
  • Immerse yourself in the celebration with graduation goodies and a printed commemorative program.

  • Graduation Portraits: After your stage walk, relish the opportunity to have your official graduation portrait taken, immortalizing the elegance of your achievement.
  • Block Party Extravaganza: Join the jubilation at the Block Party, celebrating your triumph with fellow graduates, faculty, family, and friends.
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Past Celebrations