You must apply to graduate so that your records will be reviewed and your degree awarded. Applying to graduate ensures you will receive important communications about your graduation status and the commencement ceremony.
When you apply to graduate you will have the opportunity to update your name so that it is displayed correctly on your diploma.
When to apply
Students should apply for graduation during their final semester or when they are enrolled in their final courses.
Steps to apply
- Log into myMCCKC
- Open your Student Dashboard card
- In the Student Records section, click the link "Apply for Graduation"
- Confirm your graduation semester and program.
- Ensure your name is displayed the way you want it to appear on your diploma.
- Ensure your address is correct.
- Confirm all information is correct and submit the request.
- Review the information displayed for accuracy
- If the application link does not appear for you, you may not be to apply. Please speak with your Success Advisor if you believe this is an error.
- The commencement ceremony will be held in May for all graduates.
Application deadline
- Students who apply prior to March 15th will be included in the MCC commencement program.
- Students who apply after March 15th are still able to graduate and participate in the commencement ceremony but do not have a guaranteed spot in the program.
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Students can only apply for the one degree they are declared on. If you are planning to earn a degree that you are not declared on, please contact your Student Success Advisor.
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Students can continue to apply for graduation until the end of the semester. Your records will be reviewed and your degree will be awarded if you meet the requirements.
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Within two weeks, you will receive an email letting you know your status toward meeting your graduation requirements. Please be sure to check your student email for this information.
Students who are approved for graduation will receive emails about the commencement ceremony.
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Yes. While participation in the ceremony is encouraged, it is not required for graduation.
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Diplomas are mailed within 6-8 weeks after the end of the semester. Please ensure your address is up-to-date by logging in to your myMCCKC Student Center and reviewing your personal information.
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Replacement diplomas can be ordered by submitting a Diploma Request Form. Instructions for submission are on the form. Duplicate diplomas can take up to 8 weeks to be processed and mailed.