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Applying for Graduation

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Checklist:

♦File the Application for Graduation with the Records Office.
♦Submit the Applications for Graduation at least one semester prior to the anticipated graduation date.
♦Review the official Academic Calendar for priority dates and application deadlines. Academic Calendar
Application Dates and Deadline Information:
All applications are evaluated on a first in-first out basis; however, students that apply by the Priority Date are guaranteed to receive their evaluation prior to the next semester in order to register for required classes in order to complete by their anticipated finishing semester. Students that apply after the Priority Date will still receive their evaluation for the semester indicated on the application. All applications must be received prior to the graduation deadline to be considered for that graduation date. Applications received after the deadline will be evaluated for the next graduation cycle.
♦Check Student Portal for Graduation Evaluation Letters and updates. Student Portal
It is important to communicate any questions/concerns immediately to the evaluator listed on your evaluation letter.

Important Notes:

•Graduation cycles are May, August and December of each year.
•Duplicate diplomas and/or certificates can be requested for a duplication charge. These will be stamped “Duplicate” on the back.
•In-Person Commencement is held each May for students who expect to complete their degrees/certificates during the current May graduation cycle, the upcoming August cycle, and previous December cycle. Students that are eligible for graduation will receive notification of ceremony participation approximately 5 weeks prior to the scheduled May Commencement.
•Diplomas are printed by an outside agency and should be received approximately 12 weeks after degree completion.
•Degree information is posted on your transcripts. Unofficial transcripts can be found in your Student Portal.

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CAC Graduates = CAC Alumni

Join the CAC Alumni Association

Let’s stay in touch!  All graduates are alumni of CAC and you can join the CAC Alumni Association.  Share your contact information, a story, a memory or photo. We’ll be able to correspond with you about events and news. Together we can stay in touch today, tomorrow and in the future!

The Alumni Association informs and engages alumni as partners of the College, its mission, and traditions. The Alumni Association also reaches out to inspire philanthropic support of CAC.

Remember, your CAC connection lasts a lifetime. Once a Vaquero, always a Vaquero!

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