Celebrating students receiving degrees, certificates and transferring.
| Event | Date and Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Deadline to Petition for Spring Graduation | Saturday, February 21, 2026 | Apply to Graduate |
| Commencement Information Session | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 5 p.m. | Zoom |
| 50 Days to Commencement Celebration | Wednesday, April 8, 2026 | Noon-2 p.m. | Campus Center Walkway |
| Grad Fair 1 | Wednesday, April 29, 2026 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Kirkorian Pavilion |
| Grad Fair 2 | Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 1-4 p.m. | Kirkorian Pavilion |
| Run-through and Rehearsal | Monday, May 18, 2026 | 5 p.m. | San Jose Civic |
| Commencement Ceremony | Thursday, May 21 | 5 p.m. | San Jose Civic |
Graduates and Transfer Students
The RSVP form will open on Tuesday, March 17 at 8 a.m.
Online pre-ordering will be available beginning on Wednesday, April 29. Orders will be available for pickup at guest check-in at Commencement. Limited supplies will be available at the venue for purchase.
Graduation regalia orders are closed. Please check back on Monday, April 6.
NOTE: NO on-site purchases will be available at Commencement.
Free Cap & Gowns Available
The Office of Student Needs is providing free caps and gowns for graduating students who are experiencing financial need and plan to participate in the 2026 commencement ceremony. Complete the Cap, Gown and Tassel Request Form by Friday, May 8, 2026. Selected students will receive an email.
Tag West Valley College at this year's Commencement Ceremony: #wvcgrad | #gowest