2026 COMMENCEMENT – SAVE THE DATES!
PCCC is excited to host two Commencement Ceremonies on May 20 and May 21, 2026 in the College Gym on PCCC’s Main Campus in Paterson. There will be one ceremony each day, and students will be assigned based on their degree.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026
- We will celebrate Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree recipients and Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree recipients.
- All August 2025 and December 2025 graduates, and May 2026 graduation candidates* are invited to participate.
*Students registered for remaining required classes in the Spring 2026 semester are eligible to participate in the Commencement Ceremony. However, the actual certification of graduation from PCCC will only be approved once Spring grades are posted.
Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree List
- Communication
- Criminal Justice
- Early Childhood Education
- English
- English: Digital Media and Journalism
- Generalist-Humanities
- Musical Studies
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Studio Arts
- Teacher Education
- Theater
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree List
- Accounting
- Automotive Technology
- Computer Information Technology: Network and Cybersecurity (formerly Network Administration)
- Computer Information Technology: Database and Cloud Technology (formerly Technical Support)
- Computer Information Technology: Web and Mobile Development
- Criminal Justice
- Culinary Arts
- Digital Media Production and Distribution
- Early Childhood Education
- Electronic Engineering Technology
- Fire Science Technology
- Graphic Design
- Health Information Technology: An Online Partnership Program with Rowan College at Burlington County
- Hospitality Management
- Music Technology
- Nurse Education
- Nurse Education: LPN Mobility
- Pastry and Baking Arts
- Radiography
- Supply Chain Management
- Surgical Technology
- Technical Studies
THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2026
- We will celebrate Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.) degree recipients, Associate in Science (A.S.) degree recipients, and Career Certificate recipients.
- All August 2025 and December 2025 graduates, and May 2026 graduation candidates* are invited to participate.
*Students registered for remaining required classes in the Spring 2026 semester are eligible to participate in the Commencement Ceremony. However, the actual certification of graduation from PCCC will only be approved once Spring grades are posted.
Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A) Degree List
- Studio Arts
Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree List
- Advanced and Continuous Studies
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Business Administration: Management Information Systems
- Business Administration: Accounting/Management/Marketing
- Computer Science
- Criminal Justice
- Engineering Science
- Environmental Sustainability
- Exercise Science
- Health Science
- Homeland Security
- Human Services: Option – Pre-Social Work and Counseling
- Mathematics
- Medical Informatics
- Nutrition
- Physical Science
- Public Health
Questions?
Email us at [email protected]
Commencement Related Events
GradFest
May 7, 2026 – 12:00-6:00 pm
Nurse Pinning Ceremony
May 14, 2026 – 6:00 pm
PTK Induction
May 18, 2026 – 3:00 pm
Graduate Awards
(Including Certificates of Achievement Recipients )
May 18, 2026 – 6:00 pm
Important Commencement Information
Students must attend the Commencement Ceremony on the day their degree is being
recognized.
Details regarding participation in the Commencement Ceremony will be shared via email from
the Office of Student Affairs. This includes information about picking up your cap and gown,
and/or sash, and guest tickets for the ceremony.
Tickets are required for all guests to attend the Commencement Ceremony in-person. This
includes infants and children. Guests must have their ticket with them, as a photo will NOT be
accepted for entry. Tickets may only be used for the date specified on the ticket. The number
of guest tickets per graduate will be announced in mid-late April.
Any students who need special accommodations at Commencement should contact the Office
of Student Affairs at [email protected] by April 27.
The Commencement Ceremonies on May 20 and May 21 and other Commencement related
events will be live-streamed. The links for viewing will be available on this webpage on the day
of the event.
Students should monitor their PCCC email account and check this webpage for updates.
What is the difference between Graduation and Commencement?
Graduation is the official confirmation in the College’s records that all degree requirements have been met, and the degree is conferred. To graduate from PCCC, you must submit a graduation application by the required deadline.
Commencement is the formal ceremony that celebrates your graduation. Participation in the Commencement ceremony does not guarantee graduation from PCCC.
For more information regarding on the College’s graduation requirements or to access your graduation application, please visit PCCC’s Graduation Information webpage.
