Fall 2026 Commencement

As part of our centennial celebration, San Antonio College has expanded the commencement ceremonies to encourage participation for candidates and graduates.

SAC candidates for graduation and graduates will participate as follows:

• Summer graduates and Fall candidates will participate in the Fall commencement, which will occur in December.
• Spring candidates will participate in the Spring commencement, held in May.

While Fall and Spring ceremonies may be held in different venues, the celebration and recognition of our students' educational accomplishments are given equal importance and respect.

Participation in a commencement ceremony does not ensure automatic fulfillment of requirements or that a degree will be awarded at the time of the ceremony. All degrees and certificates earned will be officially documented on the student’s academic transcript.

San Antonio College graduation candidates earning an associate degree or a certificate wear red caps and gowns. Graduates earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing wear black caps and gowns.

If you have completed the graduation application, you were asked to provide your cap and gown size and home address. This information is important to ensure that your one-time complimentary graduation regalia is prepared for you. 

Important Regalia Information

• Enter your accurate cap and gown size when completing the graduation application.

• Complete the Unified Online Graduation application with correct information to ensure you receive your one-time complimentary cap and gown.

• Cap and gowns will not be mailed. All regalia must be picked up in person or by an authorized family member or representative.

• The authorized representative picking up your regalia must bring a valid photo ID and complete your name card with the required information, including your mailing address, Banner ID, and email address.

Regalia includes the following items:  cap, gown, and tassel. 

Attention Bachelor of Science Candidates:

Visit the Nursing Department as soon as you complete the Unified Online Graduation application to provide your cap and gown measurements. 

The most efficient way to order your cap and gown is by completing the Unified Graduation Application online.

Please follow the instructions carefully and be sure to complete all required fields. The graduation application serves as your official order for regalia and includes your commencement attendance confirmation.

Submit your application by the posted deadline to ensure that your cap and gown will arrive on campus on time.

To select the correct gown size, identify your height and weight ranges, using the chart below.

Graduation gowns should fit loosely so they hang over your body without restricting movement.

We kindly ask to double-check your gown size carefully.
We are unable to process exchanges.

Summer 2026 graduates will have their name in the Fall 2026 commencement program unless they otherwise request for SAC not to add it.

Fall 2026 candidates who submitted their graduation application by Friday, October 30, 2026, will have their name in the Fall 2026 commencement program unless they otherwise request for SAC not to add it.

Students who apply for graduation after this date, may still participate in the commencement ceremony; however, their names will not appear on the printed program.

Please review your legal name in your ACES account to ensure
that your name appears correctly on your diploma.

If your name needs to be corrected, please submit a Biographical Change Request.

Summer 2026 graduates and Fall 2026 candidates who completed the online Unified Graduation Application, will be able to pick up the commencement cap and gowns, and honor cords as follows:

Location
Moody Learning Center (MLC), Room 207

If you qualify, you will also be provided with one or more of the following cords:

• Black (San Antonio College GPA is 3.5 and above)
• Yellow (Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society)

Campus Map

Deadline to Submit Requests: Friday, November 20, 2026

Candidates who require accommodations to participate in the Commencement Ceremony are encouraged to submit a disability accommodation request for commencement.

When completing the form, please:

• Select “TSI Exam, Registration, and Enrollment Steps Accommodation(s)”
• Select “Other”
• Clearly describe the accommodation(s) you are requesting for commencement.

For further assistance contact Student Accessibility Services:

Victory Center 122
1819 N. Main Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78212
Phone: (210) 486-0020
TDD/TTY: (210) 486-0008
Email: sac-sas@alamo.edu

Please review the Freeman Coliseum Security Guidelines before attending the event for important information regarding Facility Rules & Security.

Arrival & Check-In Instructions

• Arrival & Check-In:
  Graduates and candidates must arrive at the Freeman Coliseum between 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
  Check-in is required during this time.

• Line-Up:
  5:15 p.m. – All graduates and candidates must be in place for the procession.

• Procession:
  6:00 p.m. – Procession begins.
  Students arriving after 6:00 p.m. will remain in Expo Hall 2 waiting area until their group is called to cross the stage.

Upon entering through the West Gate, graduates and candidates must present their parking pass to the gate attendant for entry.

• Be prepared for extensive walking. It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear.
• Leave valuable (purses, etc.) with family or friends. There will not be a place to secure valuables. We are not responsible for misplaced or lost items.

Guests should enter the Freeman Coliseum through the main entrance located on the East Houston Street side of the property, near the roundabout and the cowboy statue.

Freeman Coliseum Parking Fee: $15 (subject to change)

Methods of payment accepted: credit cards
Cardholder must present valid identification for all credit card transactions.
No cash or check accepted as method of payment. 

Once you have parked your vehicle proceed to the NORTH end of the Coliseum and take an immediate left to enter Expo Hall 2.

• Once you enter the Expo Hall 2, immediately proceed to the check-in station to pick up your name card.
• Once you have checked in and have your name card in hand, please continue to the seating waiting area until you are called to line up for the procession.
• All names will be called as you cross the stage.
• When you are called backstage, please be sure to bring your name card with you.
• As soon as you come off the stage, Flash Photography will to take your picture.
• Then return to your seat.

Students are required to remain in their seats throughout the entire ceremony.
The ceremony will last approximately 2 - 2.5 hours.

Public access to the Freeman Coliseum begins at 4:30 p.m. Guest will enter through the main entrance.  Please inform your guests that they are not allowed to save seats for friends and family who arrive at a later time.  Seats are available to everyone on a first come first served basis. The ceremony will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m.

Degree candidates who need accommodations to participate in their Commencement Ceremony, are asked to send an email to sac-grad@alamo.edu to discuss accommodation possibilities with the appropriate Commencement Staff.

All Freeman Coliseum parking lots offer limited accessible parking spaces on a first-come, first-served basis, so early arrival is recommended. A disabled parking permit is required, and any visitor with a veteran license plate can park free of charge.

Freeman Coliseum Accessibility/ADA services and parking information.