Commencement exercises are held each May. Students completing all degree requirements for the previous fall or current spring semesters are eligible in participate in commencement. Summer candidates who are within nine (9) credit hours of completing degree requirements and enrolled in the necessary courses to complete degree requirement are also eligible to participate.
The deadline to request to attend the commencement ceremony is Friday, May 16, 2025.
Doors will open an hour before the ceremony, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. There is often a line to enter the building ahead of the opening time. This is a gun-free zone, and all persons will be scanned. For the quickest movement through the line minimize what you bring with you into the ceremony.
The ceremony will be livestreamed on KCKCC's social media channels.
If you are participating in our Commencement Ceremony - please attend one of our "Request to Attend Events."
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
KCKCC Technical Education Center, 6565 State Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66102
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
KCKCC Pioneer Career Center, 1901 Spruce Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
KCKCC Main Campus, 7250 State Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66112
May 16, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
Deadline for spring 2025 graduate candidates
July 16, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
Deadline for summer 2025 graduate candidates
The Online Graduation Application is located in Self Service. Click on Academics, next click on "Apply for Graduation". *If you are unable to complete the online graduation application, please book an appointment with a Student Success Advisor.
Students enrolled at the Technical Education Center
Meet with a Student Success Advisor in-person during the business hours of 7:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
Renee Gregory, Student Success Advisor 913-288-7882 or rgregory@kckcc.edu.
Sara Schelp, Student Success Advisor 913-288-7806 or sreck@kckcc.edu.
The Technical Education Center can be reached at 913-288-7800 or tec@kckcc.edu.
Due to the limited amount of time available for our Graduation Team to line up the graduates for the ceremony, it is crucial that you Request to Attend event dates, times, and locations.
During the Request to Attend events you will receive the “Know before You Go” information sheet provided by Children’s Mercy Park and an honor cord if earned.
Note: Students with a 3.40 or higher cumulative GPA will receive honor cord at check-in before the commencement ceremony. Honors are awarded for completed coursework. All Honors announced at the commencement ceremony are based on the Fall 2024 cumulative GPA.
Children’s Mercy Park has informed KCKCC that accessibility seating is available for guests.
There is accessible seating on the upper level, which is the entry level of the park. For more
information about accessible seating for guest please visit the Children’s Mercy Park’s website .
Students who need accommodations for graduation should complete the following form Accommodation for KCKCC Graduation Ceremony.
Employees who need accommodations for graduation should contact KCKCC Human Resources.
As a reminder, a graduation fee is required even if students do not participate in the commencement ceremony. All first-time candidates are assessed a $20 graduation fee, or $8 if this is a succeeding application. To pay the fee go to Self-Service and make a payment under the Student Finance section. Please contact the Business Office at 913-288-7620, busnoff@kckcc.edu, or visit their office at 3260 Upper Jewell on the main campus. You cannot pick up your cap and gown until the graduation fee has been paid.
Due to the limited amount of time available for our Graduation Team to line up graduates for the ceremony, it is crucial that you check in at the Hollywood Casino Gate entrance by 6:00 p.m.
During the check in process, you will receive your graduate name card and be directed to your graduate line. Please arrive with your cap, gown, tassel on and your honor cord if applicable.
Note: Students with a 3.40 or higher cumulative GPA will receive honor cord at check-in before the commencement ceremony. Honors are awarded for completed coursework. All Honors announced at the commencement ceremony are based on the Fall 2024 cumulative GPA.
Cap and gowns will be available starting April 14, 2025 through May 20, 2025. Please make sure that you try on your cap and gown before the ceremony. The Graduation Team will not have extra regalia at the ceremony.
Distribution will be during the business hours of Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.The bookstore is located on the lower level of the Jewell Student Center.
Distribution will be during the business hours of Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Students must visit the front office to order their cap & gown. Orders will be available within two business days for pick-up at the Pioneer Career Center. Please contact 913-288-7750 or pion@kckcc.edu for pick-up confirmation.
Sizing and availability of cap and gowns will be on a first come, first serve basis. Exact sizing cannot be guaranteed on the final days of distribution.
Graduation gift items and keepsakes will be sold separately in the bookstore such as commemorative tassels, “bling” tassels and keychain tassels, along with graduation announcements in packages. Contact the bookstore directly for pricing information.
For questions regarding class rings or personalized announcements please visit Josten’s website at jostens.com.
As a gift from the college, two photographs will be taken of each graduate during the ceremony by Egans Photography. Additional copies of these photos may be purchased following the graduation ceremony, yet there is no obligation to purchase additional photos.
In addition, individual graduation photo sessions will be available for graduates on the following day:
Be sure to bring your cap and gown!
Please click here to book your photo session. Once your photo session is booked, check your email for the photo order form to complete and bring with you to your session. Additional photo order forms will be available during your session as well. There is no obligation to purchase these photos.