Congratulations Nighthawk!

Download your Graduation Guide to help you navigate and prepare for Conferment and Commencement.

Application Received!

Once you have submitted your Graduation Application, you must successfully complete your remaining courses.

All diplomas will be mailed to the address on your Graduation Application 8-10 weeks after the end of the term.

Stay Informed

Graduation does not "approve" applications. Visit with your assigned Academic Advisor to confirm your eligibility.

Monitor your Student and Personal email for information regarding conferment of your diploma/certificate.

Walking the stage?

The NLC Graduation Class of 2024-2025 includes all students completing their degree requirements in Fall 2024, Spring 2025, or Summer 2025.

Information regarding regalia pickup, transfer events, commencement ceremony details, and more will be emailed to the addresses listed on the graduation application (starting mid-late February.)

Graduates must pick up their regalia (cap and gown) during Graduation Fiesta. This event is scheduled annually in April during Fiesta week.

2025 Graduation Fiesta dates are:
April 21 | 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
April 24 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

The NLC Commencement Ceremony is scheduled for:
Thursday, May 15, 2025 | 6:30pm at the Freeman Coliseum
It is our only ceremony of the year.

Additionally, NLC graduates walking the stage are invited to apply to be the National Anthem Singer and/or the Student Commencement Speaker. Applications for both will open in early spring of each year. Monitor your email and visit the NLC Graduation page for updates.

See NLC's Graduation website for Commencement FAQ's