Your advisor has been assigned to assist you in determining the course sequence in
fulfilling your program requirements. Please see your academic advisor to assist you
in determining your eligibility for graduation.
2026 - 2027 Commencement Information
Fall 2026 Ceremony
Date: Thursday, December 10, 2026 Location: Rock Hill Sports & Events Center Ceremony Time: 4:00 p.m.
Spring 2027 Ceremony
Date: Friday, May 14, 2027 Location: TBA Ceremony Time: TBA
Requirements:
Must be admitted to the curriculum and program model under which you plan to graduate.
Please note: A minimum of one course required for graduation must be completed after
the effective term of the program for that catalog year.
Must satisfactorily complete the required number of hours and courses for the curriculum
enrolled.
Have achieved a 2.0 program grade-point ratio on all courses that apply toward graduation
in the program.
Paid all fees and other financial obligations due the College.
Requirements Continued:
The Application for Graduationshould be completed online. Students having difficulty completing the application
online may email graduation@yorktech.edu or come to Enrollment Services, located in Building J for assistance.
If you plan to participate in the graduation ceremony, you must apply by the published
deadline of the academic year in which you plan to graduate.
If you do not plan to participate in the graduation ceremony, you will need to apply
by the established deadline to ensure that your degree, diploma, or certificate is
processed and mailed to you.
Students who graduate in the Fall semester will participate in the December Commencement
Ceremony. Students who graduate in the Spring semester will participate in the May
Commencement Ceremony. Students who graduate in the Summer term will participate in
the December Commencement Ceremony following their graduation.
Everyone who walks across the stage at the ceremony will receive an award cover with
a congratulatory note from the College.
The actual degree or diploma earned will be issued from the Academic Records Office
approximately six weeks after the end of the term in which the student completes graduation
requirements.
Phi Theta Kappa
Honor Graduates (3.50 GPA or higher in all course work at the College through the
Fall semester of the year of graduation).
Honor graduates who participate in the graduation ceremony receive an honor cord.
Selected students who have achieved academic excellence or made outstanding contributions
to the College and who are participating in the graduation ceremony are honored at
the ceremony by being presented with the President's Award.
Students are selected by their academic division.
To obtain a replacement or duplicate award certificate, please fill out the Replacement-Duplicate Award Request Form and submit it online to the Academic Records Office.
Guidelines for Guests:
Please arrive at least 30 minutes early.
Graduation is a formal, dignified ceremony. Please be courteous to other guests and
observe silence during the ceremony so families can hear all of the graduation candidates'
names as they are called.
There will be clearly marked parking for our guests with disabilities. Seating is
available on the upper level. Staff will be available to assist you with finding a
seat. We encourage guests to arrive early. If you have any questions or concerns please
contact Counseling, Accessibility, and Support Services at cass@yorktech.edu or 803-327-8007
Health and Wellness Graduation Guidelines
York Technical College believes that the health and well-being of students, employees
and guests are of utmost importance to our mission. We encourage graduates and guests
to stay home if they are feeling unwell or exhibiting symptoms of illness.
