Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. An in-person graduation ceremony will be held on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 9:00AM at Monarch Stadium.

Yes it will. Click the link here to access the Youtube livestream of the ceremony: Los Angeles Valley College 2024 Commencement (youtube.com) or visit the Commencement Homepage. 

Yes. You must submit a Graduation Petition by March 2025. If eligible, your name will be included in the list of graduates.

Please meet with a counselor to complete a Graduation Petition by March 2025. More information can be found at this link.

Eligible students will receive several emails from the Los Angeles Valley College with details. The deadline to reserve your seat and to request guest tickets is on early May 2025. It is suggested that you do not opt-out of emails from LA Valley College to ensure you do not miss the commencement emails. For questions you can call the Office of Student Life at (818) 778-5516. 

To purchase a cap and gown, please visit or contact the LAVC Bookstore at (818) 947-2313 in Spring 2025. 

Please contact the Office of Student Life via Cranium Cafe or at (818) 778-5516.

Yes, ASL interpreters will be present at the ceremony.

The Graduation Office will verify that you have completed all the requirements for your degree. Printed diplomas are mailed by October.

Please make sure that your address is updated on the Student Information System. Print out a change of address form on the LAVC Admissions website (the form is also available in the office), and bring it to the Admissions office.