Commencement Day Instructions

Parking and Transportation Options

Free parking and bus services will be available from the Trinity River Campus.

Find parking and transportation options for graduates and guests.

Arrival Times

Graduates should arrive at Dickies Arena at the following times:

GradPass

For fastest check-in, have your GradPass ready to display on your phone at the check-in desk.

If you don't have the GradPass we sent to you, you can still check in.

Questions about your GradPass? Email graduation@tccd.edu. 

Learn more about your GradPass.

Special Accommodations

You should contact the Student Accessibility Resources office on your campus if you need special accommodations (wheelchair access, hearing impaired, mobility impaired).

You may not bring guests, including children, to sit in the graduate seating areas during the ceremony.

All guests will observe the ceremony from the Dickies Arena spectator seating areas. Children must be supervised by a friend or family member.

Regalia, Attire, and Personal Items

Learn more about regalia orders from TCC bookstores.

Suggested attire for wearing under regalia is as follows:

• Males: White shirt, tie, dark trousers, and dark shoes
• Females: Dresses or dark pants, dark shoes, minimal jewelry
• Shoes: Comfortable shoes are strongly recommended due to extended periods of walking on hard surfaces
• Purses: We do not recommend bringing large purses or totes. Consider using a crossbody bag that can be worn under the gown or carrying only essentials that fit in pockets.

Can I bring food, balloons, or flowers?

Food and flowers may be available at the venue.

Outside food and balloons are not permitted.

Can I still walk if I'm not wearing regalia?

No, you are required to be dressed in regalia to participate in the ceremony.

Can I decorate my graduation cap?

Yes! We encourage you to submit your decorated graduation cap to our annual Grad Cap Decorating Contest.

Livestream

If you have guests who can’t make it to your big day, share your accomplishment virtually via our TCC Commencement Livestream.

Diplomas

You will be mailed your diploma at a later date. Learn more about when you'll receive your diploma.