Commencement

Congratulations, Graduates!

Chandler-Gilbert Community College hosts an annual Graduation celebration in May of every year. In May 2027 we will celebrate students graduating in Summer 2026, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027. Check back for more information and specifics about the ceremony in early 2027

Steps to Graduate

To participate in the ceremony and graduate successfully, it is important to keep in mind that there are two crucial steps that must be completed. Step 1 - Apply to Graduate and Step 2 - RSVP to Commencement Ceremony

STEP 1 - Apply to Graduate

Apply to Graduate
This is the crucial step that determines whether you have fulfilled all of the academic requirements for your degree/program.

*Reminder: this is what enables you to get your diploma

Students do not need approval to graduate before submitting their RSVP for the graduation ceremony. At CGCC, final grades and transcript evaluations occur after the ceremony. Students should apply to graduate, RSVP when they receive the email invitation in April, and then watch for official notification of their graduation status via their Maricopa Student Email within 8–10 weeks after the semester ends. Submitting an RSVP will not affect the review of graduation eligibility.

Summer 2026 Graduation Application is now closed. The Fall 2026 Graduation Application will open on October 5, 2026.