Sixty-First Commencement

Apply for Graduation

March 4– May 15 is the filing period for the June 2026 degree.

To apply for your June degree, go to Academics under your Student Center and click on “Apply for Graduation”

If you do not apply for graduation, you will not be able to order your cap & gown

100 Days to Graduation

March 10 | 11:30am-2pm | Hall of Flags

You’re just 100 days away from crossing the stage at Commencement!  Join us to get your questions answered about graduation, take your graduation photo, inquire about transferring to a 4-year college, sign up for the KCC Alumni Association and speak to a Career Services representative.  Giveaways for all students with a graduation status.   

Kingsborough Tapestry Project 2026

Kick-off Event: Tuesday, March 17 | 3-5pm| Hall of Flags

Deadline for Award Eligibility

April 10

Students must file for graduation by April 10th in order to be eligible for an award, as well as applying for the salutatorian and valedictorian.  If you are selected for an award, you will be notified by the Faculty Awards Committee. 

Take Yearbook Photos

April 13, April 14, April 15 and April 16

11am-2pm | 3pm-6pm  | Room U213/214

The portrait sitting is free.  Thornton Studios will provide price information should you decide to order your portrait photos.  Appointments are not required, and cap & gowns will be available for graduation photos.  

Students will receive an email with details to obtain their Yearbook.

Graduation Ball

May 28 | 6pm – 10pm | MAC Lighthouse

Join us for a night filled with great food, music, dancing and fun!  Formal attire required (NO JEANS or SNEAKERS).  Dress to impress in black, white and gold colors!    

Tickets available in C-123 on May 1st.  KCC Students $10 and Guests $25 (CASH ONLY). 

Commencement Job Fair

June 4| 10am-6pm | U219/220

Meet with potential employers to discuss various career and job opportunities.  Bring your resume!

Grad Fair

June 4| 10am-6pm | U219/220

Graduates pick up your Cap & Gown and Commencement tickets. Stay and decorate your cap afterwards! 

Meet with potential employers, take your graduation photo, get your last-minute graduation and transfer questions answered and sign up for the KCC Alumni Association.    

Graduation Cap Decorating

June 4   | 10am – Until Supplies Last | Room U213/214

Bring your personality, creativity, and words of inspiration!  Come decorate your graduation cap to ensure you stand out on Commencement Day!  Supplies provided.

Lavender Graduation

June 9 | 3pm – 5pm | U219

Awards Night Ceremony

June 10 | 6:30pm | MAC Lighthouse