Commencement

updated: 05/19/25

Don't forget to continue visiting THIS OFFICIAL Commencement page periodically so you do not miss any information for the 2025 Commencement ceremony.

The 67th annual Commencement ceremony will be held on
Friday, May 23, 2025 
Location: Falcon Stadium
Time: 6 PM (gates open at: 4 PM)

GUEST TICKET UPDATE:
As of May 16, there are NO extra tickets available.
We are completely out of tickets!

 

INFORMATION FOR GRADUATES

INFORMATION FOR GUESTS 

download the Cerritos College App today and join the Commencement wall!

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What is the difference between "Graduation" & "Commencement"

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if you plan to graduate during the 2024-2025 school year...
You MUST submit a Graduate Petition form to graduate from Cerritos College.

Those who are cleared to graduate by Admissions will receive email communication during mid-Spring 2025 semester to participate in the Commencement ceremony on May 23, 2025. 

Graduation Petition Timelines You Need to Know:

  • Fall 2024 Graduation Petition Period: 08/12/2024 - 11/01/2024
  • Spring 2025 Graduation Petition Period:   01/13/2025 - 03/21/2025
  • Summer 2025 Graduation Petition Period: 01/13/2025 - 03/21/2025

 

To participate in the Commencement ceremony and have your name printed in the 2025 ceremony program booklet, petitions must be received by the Admissions office by 03/21/2025.

Email communication, for those students who have submitted their petitions, will begin in April.
 
To find out how to submit your petition, and for more details, visit Admissions Graduate Petition webpage.

Quick Links: Past Ceremonies

 

For important updates regarding Commencement and related events,
please check this OFFICIAL Commencement page frequently.