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Graduation Information

Ceremony Information

2026 Commencement Ceremony
May 22nd, 2026

Morning Ceremony: 10:00am

Afternoon Ceremony: 3:00pm



COMMENCEMENT REGALIA
Barstow Community College will be providing regalia to all 2026 graduates.

Regalia will be available at Grad Fest on May 6th. More information coming soon. 
 

HONOR CORDS GPA
Summa Cum Laude 3.75-4.0 (Red Cord)
Magna Cum Laude 3.5-3.74 (Gold Cord)
Cum Laude 3.25-3.49 (White Cord)
   
Military/Veterans Red, White & Blue Cord
Phi Theta Kappa Sash
Alpha Gamma Sigma Sash
Associated Student Government Sash

 



DIPLOMA
The Admissions & Records Office will send your diploma
after verifying that all requirements have been met.
Diplomas will be mailed to your permanent address on file
approximately six to eight weeks after commencement. If
you have recently moved or will be moving, please be sure
to notify the Admissions & Records Office. To change your
address, please email admissions@barstow.edu.

FORT IRWIN CAMPUS
Contact the Fort Irwin Education Center for more
information FortIrwin.Graduation@gmail.com

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VIKING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
As an alumni of BCC, you have the opportunity to stay
connected and give back to future Vikings. Please email
bcf@barstow.edu for enrollment.
Ceremony Ticket information

More information coming soon.

Student Speaker

Application Closed

The Student Commencement Speaker offers a speech during the Commencement ceremony in May and serves as the representative of the entire graduating class. If you meet the following criteria, please apply now:

  • Have completed at least 40 units at BCC by the end of the Spring 2026 semester
  • Have petitioned for graduation & be a 2026 graduate attending the May 22, 2026 ceremony Be currently enrolled in the 2025/2026 academic school year
  • Have a minimum GPA of 2.50 or higher

 

Applications will be reviewed based on the merit of their leadership and involvement at BCC as well as the quality and relevance of their proposed commencement speech. Finalists will interview with and deliver their commencement speech to the committee.

 

No late applications will be accepted.

Student Singer

Application Closed

If you are a current student at BCC with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher, you meet the requirements to apply for the 2026 BCC Commencement Ceremony singer! This person will sing the National Anthem to our graduates and guests on May 22, 2026, in the James R. Parks Gymnasium.

 

After reviewing applications, the selection committee will contact applicants who meet the criteria to arrange an in-person audition.

 

The selection of the student singer will be based on the quality of vocal ability, quality of presentation, academic record, and contributions to campus life.

 

 

No late applications will be accepted.

Petitioning for Graduation

Petition for Graduation Form

The deadline to petition to graduate for students will be March 31st, 2026. Please see a counselor if you need assistance with your petition. You can call 760-252-2411 ext 7351 to schedule an appointment with your counselor or log into your Single Sign On and schedule your appointment though ESARS."

Deadline to apply: March 31st, 2026

After your petition has been approved, please check the email you provided on your graduation petition for a URL link that will allow you to reserve your spot at the 2026 Commencement Ceremony. 

Grad Fest

GradFest 2026: Tailgate Then Graduate!

Join us for a pre-graduation celebration to secure your essentials and celebrate your success!

  • When: May 6th, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Where: James R. Parks Gymnasium
  • Admission: FREE

Event Highlights

  • Secure your Commencement Tickets.
  • Pick up FREE regalia, stoles, and patches (while supplies last).
  • Enter the Grad Cap Decorating Contest for a chance to win a diploma holder.
  • Enjoy music, celebration vibes, and the photobooth.

Learn More: View the Official Event Flyer 

End-of-Year Ceremonies

Scholarship Awards Ceremony - May 15, 2026 | 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Performing Arts Center

Transfer Recognition Ceremony - TBD | 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Performing Arts Center

 

Graduation Gifts

Congratulations, Graduates! The Viking Shop has you covered for all your graduation gift needs. Stop by to find flowers, leis, graduation teddy bears, and other commemorative items to help celebrate your big day before the ceremony begins!

 

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