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Graduation 

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Students can order their regalia independently, and it will be shipped directly to their home/personal address or picked up on campus!

Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2026!

RSVP for Graduation Here

Please complete the RSVP form by Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:00pm.

When

Thursday, May 21, 2026
11:00am

Where

UC Berkeley Memorial Glade
University Dr., adjacent to Doe Library
Berkeley, CA

Transportation Information

Graduates will need to line up at 10:45am for the opening processional. Please allow enough time to get to the venue to line up at 10:45am.

Berkeley City College is offering a free shuttle service to graduates starting at 8:30am to 10:30am. The shuttle will pick up graduates in front of the 2050 Center Street building. Priority will be given to those who need ADA accommodations. If you’re relying on shuttle service, due to limited capacity we encourage you to arrive earlier than the last shuttle pick up at 10:30am.

Graduates taking rideshare services like Uber or Lyft can set the destination to Memorial Glade in the app. Graduates can be dropped off at the intersection of Hearst Ave and Euclid Ave in Berkeley. Paid parking is available nearby at the Lower Hearst Parking structure and Upper Hearst Parking structure.

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If you're planning to walk from BCC or Downtown Berkeley BART, please allow for at least 20 minutes to arrive by 10:30am. Please be aware there are hills!

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Ordering your regalia:

Regalia Order Deadlines

  • April 1, 2026: LAST DAY TO ORDER Cap and Gowns for Pickup at BCC. Must order by 8:59pm PST
  • April 26, 2026: Deadline to order cap and gowns to be shipped to home for $14.90. Must order by 8:59 PST
  • May 7, 2026: deadline to order cap and gowns with express shipping to home with a guarantee of arrival before commencement for $21.30. Must order by 8:59 PST

Important Dates to Remember

  • The deadline to petition for AA/AS & ADT degrees and certificates is March 27, 2026. Any late petitions received after this date may result in the graduate's name not appearing in the graduation program. Make an appointment with a counselor to petition by visiting: https://www.berkeleycitycollege.edu/counseling/ 

Grad Fair

  • Join us May 6th and 7th from 11:00am-2:00pm in the BCC Atrium for the Grad Fair! Decorate your cap, take photos with your classmates, and enjoy lunch!
Graduation FAQ

  • Q: How do I know if I am eligible to graduate?

    A: If you filed your petition to graduate and it was approved by a counselor, you may participate in graduation.

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    Q: I am not sure if my name is on the Grad List, how can I ensure that my name will be called?

    A:  Berkeley City College does not read from a list of Graduates during the ceremony. Each graduate fills out a GRAD Card, complete with Name, Major/Degree/Certificate, and contact information.

    You will hold this card until it is time for you to approach the stage. As you enter the stage you will give this card to the “Card Reader” and they will announce your name and awards as you walk towards the podium.

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    Q: When will I receive my degree/certificate?

    A: Graduates may receive their degrees/certificates from the Office of Admissions & Records in August.