Graduation

Information regarding Commencement 2025 can be found on the Commencement Information link above.

Graduates
- Be sure you have applied for and are eligible for graduation. Apply for graduaton above if you have not already done so. If you have a question about your eligibility, contact Lynda Ferguson at lfergus1@jeffco.edu or (636) 481-3205.
- Order your Cap & Gown by March 31st then pick up your order from the bookstore location you chose when ordering between April 28th and May 15th. Cap & Gown order information in Commencement Information link above.
- RSVP for a ceremony of your choice by May 1st. See Commencement Information above.
- Monitor email and check Commencement Information link above in April and May for updates and information on parking, arrival, and details of Commencement day.

Full-time Faculty and Certified Professional Staff Participating in Commencement
- RSVP for the ceremony of your choice. The number of seats are limited for each ceremony and when one reaches its capacity, it will no longer be an option. See Commencement Information above or check your email for RSVP information.
- If you are in need of commencement attire, contact Bookstore Manager, Trevor Haus, to place and order. The deadline to place your order is March 31st. You can reach Trevor Haus in person at the Hillsboro campus bookstore, by email at thaus@jeffco.edu, or by phone at (636) 481-3253. 
- Monitor email and check Commencement Information link above in April and May for updates and information on parking, arrival, and details of Commencement day.

Guests / Parents
- Seats are not limited and no tickets are required.
- The ceremonies will be live-streamed on YouTube. Links will be found here prior to May 17th. Video recordings will also be posted to the webpage several days following Commencement.
- Grad Images Photography will be taking photographs of graduates receiving their diploma. Graduates will be emailed proofs and an order form from Grad Images after Commencement.
- Ceremonies will last approximately 60 - 75 minutes.
- Flowers and memorabilia will be available for purchase on Commencement day.
- More information about parking and Commencement Day will be posted here by May 5th.
- If a graduate or guest requires special parking, seating or sign language interpretation, please reach out directly to our Accessibility Resources Office for accommodations at aro@jeffco.edu or (636) 481-3158.

General Accessibility Information and Assistance
If a graduate or guest requires special parking, seating or sign language interpretation, please reach out directly to our Accessibility Resource Office for accommodations at aro@jeffco.edu or (636) 481-3158.