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Graduation Ceremony 2026
May 14-16, 2026
Curtis Culwell Center
4999 Naaman Forest Blvd., Garland, TX 75040 | Parking and Entrance Map
Graduates, get your Class of 2026 merchandise!
Prepare for Your Graduation Journey
You are a key player in making sure your graduation ceremony is a success. So, we've created a series of videos to walk you through the process.
Your Guide to Graduation 2026
Ceremony Dates and Times
May 14-16, 2026
Doors open for graduates 90 minutes before the ceremony and for guests 60 minutes before.
Thursday, May 14
- • 6 p.m.
Friday, May 15
- • 1 p.m.
- • 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 16
- • 9 a.m.
- • 2 p.m.
- • 7 p.m.
Ceremony Location
Curtis Culwell Center
For Dallas College commencement ceremonies, parking is free.
RSVP Information
If you submitted a graduation application by March 13 and are found to be eligible to graduate, you will receive an invitation to participate in commencement. You will need to RSVP by choosing a ceremony on the link provided if you plan to attend. Please be advised that ceremony choice is given on a first-come, first-served basis. Please contact DCGrad@DallasCollege.edu with any questions.
Graduation Attire
Dallas College students who are participating in the graduation ceremonies can order their regalia online at Jostens. Deadline to order is Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
If you are receiving an associate degree or certificate, order blue regalia. If you are earning a bachelor's degree, order black regalia.
For more information about graduation attire, visit the Graduation Attire webpage.
Questions
If you have any questions, please send an email to DCGrad@DallasCollege.edu.
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Day of Graduation
Arriving and Leaving
Tickets, Seating and Parking
Security Policy
Dallas College Dual Credit Commencement Schedule
Doors open for graduates 90 minutes before the ceremony and 60 minutes for guests.
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