Congratulations! You did it!
The Commencement ceremony is the highlight of many graduate's college experience. Don't miss out! Once you've applied to graduate, here's what you do.
Step 1 - Sign Up for the Commencement Cermony
Sign-ups for the 2026 Commencement Ceremony will open in March of 2026. The deadline is April 29.
Step 2 - New! Get Tickets for Your Family and Friends
Commencement Ticketing — Opens March 6
If you apply for graduation (by the February 15 deadline) and register for commencement participation by April 29, you will receive:
- 4 guaranteed Gym tickets
- Overflow seating for livestreaming for guests in the Fieldhouse (no ticket required)
Late Applicants (after April 29)
Tickets will be provided only if capacity remains after priority distribution.
Important Dates:
- Registration/ticketing opens: March 6
- Priority deadline: April 29
- Commencement Ceremony: May 21
Visit the Commencement site on Tassel starting March 6 to register and access your tickets.
You will only have access to the Commencement site on Tassel once you have been approved for graduation by the JCCC Graduation Office. Please allow time for processing.
| Task/Event | Date |
| Deadline to apply for Graduation | Feb. 15 |
| Commencement ticketing opens | Mar. 6 |
| Commencement sign-up deadline | April 29 |
| Commencement ticketing deadline | April 29 |
| Commencement ceremonies | May 21 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The Commencement Ceremony will be held in person on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the JCCC Gymnasium.
There will be two ceremonies:
- 3 p.m. - Associate of Applied Science degree or certificate candidates
- Graduates should report to the JCCC Fieldhouse (the lower level of the Gymnasium) between 2 and 2:40 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m. - Associate of Arts, Associate of Fine Arts, Associate of Science and Associate of General Studies candidates
- Graduates should report to the JCCC Fieldhouse (the lower level of the Gymnasium) between 5:30 and 6:10 p.m.
The processional to the Gymnasium begins 5 minutes before the ceremony start time. Plan for the ceremony to last approximately an hour and a half.
Students who:
- Apply for graduation by February 15, and
- Register for commencement by April 29 will receive 4 guaranteed Gym tickets.
Yes, graduates are permitted to wear cords that are affiliated with a JCCC organization or program.
Yes, graduates may decorate their caps if they so choose.
GradImages is the official photographer as you cross the stage. You may view and order your photos 5-10 business days after the ceremony by visiting their website, www.gradimages.com. Simply enter your last name, your school’s name: Johnson County Community College, and select the year from the dropdown menu. Once you see your name, click on the link to view your photos. If you need additional help locating your photos, call the customer service department at 800-261-2576 or email them at giservice@gradimages.net.
All graduates participating in the ceremony will receive a medallion and diploma cover.
Actual diplomas are mailed within five weeks after the semester ends pending grade verification. Be sure to have your correct address on file with Admissions. To check your address:
- Go to MyJCCC
- My Records
- Update Information
- View Address(es) and Phone(s)