Commencement

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Latest News!

Caps, gowns, and tassels are now available for purchase

Please visit the Delta College Bookstore or online at https://bookstore.deltacollege.edu/home and select Graduation on the main menu for Commencement items!
While you're at the Bookstore, you can also pick up five (5) guest tickets for Commencement.
Please note:

Tickets are required for all guests.
Children under age 2 do not need a ticket if seated on the lap of an adult.
Graduates do not need a ticket to enter the ceremony.
If you are ordering online, be sure to let us know how many tickets you want (5 max.) in the "Comment" section under the the payment options when checking out and paying.

2025 Commencement Ceremony Information Sheet

Information about rehearsal, caps and gowns, tickets, etc. is now available.
Download the 2025 Commencement Ceremony Information Sheet

Grad Fest – Thursday, May 8, 2025, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

New this year! Delta College will host a Grad Fest celebration from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, 2025 in Danner Hall and the Quad. You can also pick up your cap, gowns, and tickets at the bookstore while you are here! Decorate your cap at Grad Fest and enter into drawings for prizes. Come join in the fun and celebrate with us!

Rehearsal – Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 3:30 p.m. Do Not Be Late

Graduates are highly encouraged to be present at rehearsal so that the ceremony proceeds smoothly. For rehearsal, arrive at the Adventist Health Arena by 3:00 p.m.; please do not be late! Caps and gowns are not necessary at rehearsal. Parking is free for rehearsal and $15 on the day of Commencement. See Parking Information & Map for further details. Please do not bring family members or friends to rehearsal.

Student and Alumni Speaker

Thank you for the submissions to be a speaker! The submission window is now closed.

Application for Graduation

The deadline for Spring 2025 graduates to participate in Graduation was March 28, 2025.

Date and Time

90th Annual Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 15, 2025
6 p.m.

Location

Stockton Arena
Adventist Health Arena
248 W Fremont St, Stockton, CA 95203

Jumbotron

Want to give a public shout-out to your family, friends, or Delta College professors? Please send a short video (no longer than 15 seconds) to info@deltacollege.edu. Your video could be shown on the arena jumbotron before the ceremony starts! Please take your video horizontally (landscape) and make sure your voice is clearly heard.

Also, make sure you let us know how you're celebrating! Take a photo or video, tag us and use the hashtags:

#DeltaClassOf2025
#DeltaCollegeGrad
#MadeAtDeltaCollege

Commencement Q&A

Last updated: 04/22/2025

Q: I have applied for graduation. Will I get my degree at Commencement?
A: No. Classes don’t end until early May, and it takes Delta College additional time to evaluate thousands of degree applications and ensure students have met the requirements for their degrees. At Commencement you will receive an honorary scroll, but your actual degree will come in the mail at a later date once your application for graduation has been approved. Please note that due to the number of applicants applying for graduation, it may take a couple of months before you receive your degree in the mail. You also have the option of ordering an “eDiploma”. More info here: https://deltacollege.edu/diploma-replacement-and-ediploma-online

Q. I have applied for graduation. What else do I need to do?
A. You will receive an email asking you to complete a graduate survey and to RSVP for the Commencement ceremony. This survey helps us know how many graduates plan to attend. It’s very important that you keep a close eye on your email for additional updates as Commencement draws closer. Also be sure to attend rehearsal on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.

Q. When can I pickup my Cap and Gown?
A. Caps, gown, and tassel are now available at the Delta College Bookstore or order online at bookstore.deltacollege.edu/home. When you come to the Bookstore, you will also be able to pick up five (5) Commencement tickets for your guests. Bookstore hours are Monday-Thursday from 7:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 7:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Closed weekends. Phone (209) 954–5086.

Q. Ticket Requirements
A. Tickets are required for guests at the Commencement ceremony. You can get up to five (5) tickets for your guests when you pick up your cap and gown at the Delta College Bookstore. Tickets are not required for children under the age of 2 years if children are held on the lap of an accompanying adult. Strollers are prohibited. Graduates do not need a ticket for entry. Please do not attempt to sell, purchase, or exchange tickets.

Q. Parking
A. There is no cost for parking on the day of rehearsal. Parking will be $15 on the day of Commencement. See Parking Information & Map for further details. Street parking is free. The City of Stockton parking fee is $15 per vehicle in the West Fremont Street parking lot (across the street from the Stockton Ballpark), and in the parking garage (adjacent to the Arena). We encourage you to consider carpooling. Parking lots open at 4:00 p.m. Please do not park in the Stockton Ballpark parking lot.

For more information, please see the 2025 Commencement Information Sheet (PDF) (Updated 4/18/2025)

Other Special Ceremonies

Some Delta College programs host what we refer to as special celebrations at the end of the academic year. These celebrations are not to be confused with Commencement itself. Both the special ceremonies and Commencement are optional; you can attend one or both if you like.

Please contact the specific Program or Cohort for information about other ceremonies that are happening for graduates.

Announcement Notification

90th Annual Commencement

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Latest News!

Caps, gowns, and tassels are now available for purchase

2025 Commencement Ceremony Information Sheet

Grad Fest – Thursday, May 8, 2025, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Rehearsal – Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 3:30 p.m. Do Not Be Late

Student and Alumni Speaker

Application for Graduation

Date and Time

Location

Also, make sure you let us know how you're celebrating! Take a photo or video, tag us and use the hashtags:

#DeltaClassOf2025
#DeltaCollegeGrad
#MadeAtDeltaCollege

Commencement Q&A

Other Special Ceremonies

More questions?

Email us at: info@deltacollege.edu

90th Annual Commencement

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Latest News!

Caps, gowns, and tassels are now available for purchase

2025 Commencement Ceremony Information Sheet

Grad Fest – Thursday, May 8, 2025, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Rehearsal – Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 3:30 p.m. *Do Not Be Late*

Student and Alumni Speaker

Application for Graduation

Date and Time

Location

Also, make sure you let us know how you're celebrating! Take a photo or video, tag us and use the hashtags:

#DeltaClassOf2025 #DeltaCollegeGrad #MadeAtDeltaCollege

Commencement Q&A

Other Special Ceremonies

More questions?

Email us at: info@deltacollege.edu

Rehearsal – Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 3:30 p.m. Do Not Be Late

#DeltaClassOf2025
#DeltaCollegeGrad
#MadeAtDeltaCollege