Students may graduate during Fall, Spring, or Summer semesters. However, NWACC 
holds one Commencement ceremony annually in May.

Here’s what that means for you: 

• Fall Graduates: You will receive your diploma after completing your program in the Fall 
  semester, but you will participate in the Commencement ceremony in May of the 
  following year.
  
  
• Spring Graduates: You will receive your diploma and participate in the May 
  Commencement ceremony of the same academic year. 
  
  
• Summer Graduates: You may participate in the May Commencement ceremony prior to 
  completing your program, but your diploma will not be issued until all degree 
  requirements are met after the Summer semester. 

For additional Graduation information, log into MyNWACC.

Questions? Email graduation@nwacc.edu.