Graduation FAQs
2025 Graduation Commencement Ceremony
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I RSVP’d but haven’t received any information or instructions yet.
No information has been sent out at this time. As we get closer to the date of the event you will be contacted using the information you provided at RSVP with further instructions and info. Note: Caps and gowns are required to participate. See “Regalia” below.
Additionally, EverettCC.edu/Graduation and this FAQs page will be kept up-to-date with the most current information.
I’m graduating at the end of Summer 2025, can I participate in this year’s Graduation Ceremony?
Yes, Fall 24, Winter 25, Spring 25, Summer 25, and Fall 25 graduates are encouraged to participate.
My final exam is scheduled after the date of the ceremony; can I still participate in the Graduation Ceremony?
Yes.
Can Running Start students participate in the Graduation Ceremony?
Yes, all EvCC degree, certificate, and diploma awarded students are welcome!
How can I check on my or my student’s RSVP status?
Check your email account for a confirmation message sent out at the time of your RSVP.
Can’t find your confirmation email? Any EvCC student can contact studentlife@everettcc.edu to check on their RSVP status. Note, we cannot share this information with anyone other than the student. The student must contact us directly for this information, as this information falls under FERPA.
Is participation in the Commencement Ceremony required?
No.
Is there a virtual celebration option?
Yes, the Graduation Ceremony will be live-streamed for your friends and family and linked from EverettCC.edu/Graduation on Sunday, June 8, at 4pm.
Do we need tickets to attend?
Tickets are not required to attend the ceremony. This is an unticketed event. Graduates are required to RSVP to participate.
What do I do if I no longer want to attend the Graduation Ceremony?
Email Student LIFE at studentlife@everettcc.edu with your name and CTClink ID if you no longer want to participate in the Graduation Ceremony.
What if I change my mind and want to attend the Graduation Ceremony?
Email Student LIFE at studentlife@everettcc.edu with your name and CTClink ID number. Watch your email for further communication for the next steps. Note: Caps and gowns are required to participate. See “Regalia” below for important information.
Where and when will the Graduation Celebration be held?
The 2025 EvCC Graduation Celebration will be held at the Angel of the Winds Arena located at 2000 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA, on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from approximately 4-6pm. Click here for a map & directions.
Where do I park?
Thousands of parking spaces are within walking distance of the Angel of the Winds Arena. Parking options include substantial free on-street parking and large public garages. Public garages include: Snohomish County Parking Garage, Volunteers of America Surface Lot, Republic Parking Angel of the Winds Arena Surface Lot, and Everpark Parking Garage.
Additional parking info, directions, and how to make a parking reservation here.
Can my child sit with me when I graduate during the ceremony?
Children (or guests) are not allowed on the concourse floor during the graduation ceremony. Arrangements for childcare will need to be made prior to commencement. Children and guests are welcome to view the ceremony with a caregiver from the stands.
How many of my family members, friends and supporters can attend?
Graduates are welcome to invite their family, friends and supporters to the ceremony. This is an unticketed event.
Is there a fee if you RSVP and then don’t show up?
No, but we will be saving a spot for you, so please let us know if you are no longer able to attend by emailing studentlife@everettcc.edu.
What about flowers?
Guests are welcome to bring flowers or gifts for their graduate(s).
After the ceremony, where do I meet my family and friends?
Immediately after the ceremony, graduates will exit the building and can find their friends and families outside the Angel of the Winds Arena. Designating a specific meeting place is recommended.
Regalia: Caps, Gowns, Tassels, Honor Cords, & Stoles
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Are caps and gowns required?
Yes. All graduates are required to have a cap & gown to participate in the Graduation Ceremony.
When/Where do I purchase a cap and gown?
Regalia is available to purchase at the EvCC Bookstore beginning May 6, 2025. Please shop early for the best size selections.
You may purchase each piece separately online or in person, or as a set in person. If you buy your regalia online, the bookstore will contact you via the information you provided regarding gown sizes and honor cord designations at checkout.
- Cap, Gown, & Tassel Set: $44 + tax (required)
- Cap: $8 + tax (required)
- Gown: $31 + tax (required)
- Extra Tassel: $5 + tax (optional)
- Honor Cords: $15.00 + tax (optional)
Where do I purchase Honor Cords if I am eligible to wear them?
For students eligible for an honor cord, the EvCC Bookstore must verify your cumulative GPA as of Winter Quarter 2025. A copy of your unofficial transcript is required at the time of purchase and can be found online by logging into CTCLink and clicking on “Academic Records”. You will graduate with distinction/honors if your Winter cumulative GPA is:
- President's Distinction 4.00, Gold Cord
- High Distinction 3.60 - 3.99, Purple Cord
- Distinction 3.20 - 3.59, White Cord
Please contact your program or organization for information about additional optional program-specific cords (e.g., Veterans Center, Phi Theta Kappa, etc.).
Are there alternatives to purchasing my cap and gown available?
Yes, Cap & Gown Scholarships* are available for qualifing applicants.
Additionally, Student LIFE has a limited supply of donated gowns* in limited sizes. For more information, please contact Narjis Alshatee at nalshatee@everettcc.edu or 425-388-9507.
*while funds and/or supplies last.
Can I return or donate my cap and gown?
To return your gown, please review the EvCC Bookstore's policy. They may not accept gown returns.
Student LIFE accepts gently used cap/gown donations following the ceremony. Look for a collection bin at the Angel of the Winds Arena to drop yours off after the ceremony. You can also bring them to Student LIFE, PSU 209, during regular office hours. All donated caps & gowns will go to future EvCC graduates.
Where do I get a stole?
The EvCC Bookstore does not currently sell program stoles. Program stoles are distributed or sold by the individual programs or organizations each student is a member of (e.g., Veterans Resource Center, Phi Theta Kappa, ORCA, TRiO, etc.). Please note that not all programs offer optional stoles or regalia, and you must contact your program or organization for more information.
Graduates are also welcome to purchase non-program custom stoles from any source.
Can I decorate or personalize my graduation cap?
Absolutely! We encourage you to make your cap your own. Please note that EvCC Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Policies apply. Additionally, a FREE cap-decorating event will be held during the spring quarter. More info will be provided later.
Diplomas
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How do I know if I am eligible to graduate?
Please contact your program advisor. Remember to include your name and CTClink ID number in your email to them. Additional information is also available under Enrollment Services, Graduation Application Process, step 1.
I missed the deadline to apply for my diploma/certificate/degree with Enrollment Services. Is it too late to apply?
The deadlines to apply for your diploma, degree, or certificate with Enrollment Services are:
- Fall 2024: July 15 - October 4, 2024
- Winter 2025: October 5, 2024 - January 17, 2025
- Spring 2025: January 18 - April 18, 2025
- Summer 2025: TBA
If you missed a graduation application deadline, please submit a graduation application as soon as possible. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis! Additional information is available on Enrollment Services’ Graduation Application Process page.
Do I have to attend the Graduation Ceremony to receive my diploma?
No, all graduates will receive their official diplomas by mail from Enrollment Services.
You will receive a diploma cover for free as part of your participation in the graduation ceremony.
Announcements
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Where can I purchase graduation announcements?
EvCC does not sell graduation announcements, but we encourage you to create your own. Companies like Paperless Post even provide free custom graduation announcements!