Student FAQ (Frequently Asked Graduation Questions)

Graduation Colors:

What are the Graduation colors?

Buying a Cap and Gown:

What comes in the Graduation package that I purchase?

What is the deadline for ordering my cap and gown?

Do I have to return my cap and gown?

I already own a black cap and gown; do I have to buy another?

I am a Nursing student; what color do we graduate in?

Ceremony Information:

When is the Ceremony taking place?
What time does the Ceremony begin?
Where is the Ceremony being held? Is parking available?
Do I or my guests have to be there at a special time?
Is there a rehearsal for the Ceremony?
How long is the Ceremony?
Will there be a professional photographer at the Ceremony?
Can my family bring flowers to the ceremony? Can they take pictures?
Will there be a reception?

updated I need more than five (5) tickets for my family; how do I get extra tickets?
Who do I contact if I need more information?

 

 

Graduation Colors:

What are the graduation colors? Top

Most students will graduate in a black cap and gown while Nursing students graduate in white. Tassels and medallions are red and white. Honor chords (if applicable) are gold.  Order yours today.

Buying a cap and gown: 

What comes in the Graduation package that I purchase? Top

There are two different Graduation packages available for purchase. Our Complete and Limited packages. 

 

Our Complete package includes the following:

• 1 black cap & gown*
• 1 2008 red & white tassel
• 10 standard graduation announcements with return envelopes
• 10 envelope seals
• 1 CCSF medallion
• 1 alumni decal (presented with diploma cover at Ceremony)
• Information packet (contains important information regarding the Ceremony)
• 5 tickets** (for your guests to attend Ceremony)

Already have a black cap and gown or know somebody you can borrow one from?  Well then, our Limited package is perfect for you. 

 

Our Limited package includes the following:

• 1 2008 red & white tassel
• 10 standard graduation announcements with return envelopes
• 10 envelope seals
• 1 CCSF medallion
• 1 alumni decal (presented with diploma cover at Ceremony)
• Information packet (contains important information regarding the Ceremony)
• 5 tickets** (for your guests to attend Ceremony)

Download our order form here.
*Registered Nursing students graduate in white caps and gowns and are required to submit a special version of this year's order form. Please check with Erin Cunningham in the Nursing department to pick up your forms.
**Click here to learn more about Ceremony tickets

What is the deadline for ordering my cap and gown? Top

Deadlines are as follows:

 

Orders received by April 15 23	Pick up on or after May 9
Orders received after April 15 23	Pick up on or after May 20 - $5 Late Fee applies - Sizing NOT Guaranteed - Orders not available for same day pick up

Last day for package pick up is Friday, May 23, 2008 by 3:30 PM.  Orders will not be mailed and absolutely no orders will be available for pick up at the Ceremony.

The order form is available online or at the Phelan Campus Bookstore Annex.

 

Do I have to return my cap and gown? Top

No, all of the items in your package are yours to keep.

 

I already own a black cap and gown; do I have to buy another? Top

No.  As long as your cap & gown matches fellow graduates, black for most students or white for Nursing students, you may purchase the Limited Graduation package which does not include the cap or gown.

 

I am a Nursing student; what color do we graduate in? Top

CCSF Registered Nursing students graduate in a white cap and gown, all all of the items in your package are yours to keep. Orders for these cap and gown packages require a special order form which can be obtained from the Nursing Department Coordinator or Erin Cunningham.

Ceremony Information:

When is the Ceremony taking place? Top

The Ceremony will take place on Friday, May 23, 2008.

What time does the Ceremony begin? Top

The 2008 Graduation Ceremony begins promptly at 5:30 PM; doors open at 4:30 PM.

Where is the Ceremony being held? Is there parking available? Top

The Ceremony is being held at the Nob Hill Masonic Auditorium, located at 1111 California Street between Jones and Taylor Streets. Limited paid parking is available in the adjoining garage.

Click here for a map and driving directions to the Ceremony.

 

What time does the Ceremony begin? Top

The 2008 Graduation Ceremony begins promptly at 5:30 PM.

 

Do I or my guests have to be there at a special time? Top

Graduates - All graduates should arrive at the Exhibit Hall no later than 4:30 PM, in their cap & gown, with their graduate admission ticket (required for admission) in hand.

Guests - Doors open to friends and family at 4:30 PM.  All guests will need their general admission tickets (5 included in your package) for admission.

 

Is there a rehearsal for the ceremony? Top

No. It is very important that you read the materials enclosed in your Graduation package and arrive in your cap & gown by 4:30 PM.

 

How long is the Ceremony? Top

The Ceremony is carefully planned to take approximately two (2) hours.

 

Will there be a professional photographer at the Ceremony? Top

Yes. Information on how to order photos will be distributed in your Graduation package.  Fill out the back of the name card (which will be included in your package) if you would like to order photos (purchase not required). Please visit Bob Knight Photo for additional information.

 

Can my family bring flowers to the Ceremony? Can they take pictures? Top

Families are welcome to bring flowers and take pictures at the Ceremony; however, photographs must be taken from their seats. Guest are not allowed in the aisles or in front of the stage to take pictures or videos.

 

Will there be a reception? Top

There will not be a reception after the ceremony.

 

I need more than five (5) tickets for my family; how do I get extra? Top

Sorry but supplies of extra tickets have been exhausted. We apologize to anybody that wasn't able to request extra tickets but sincerely hope everybody has a GREAT GRADUATION none the less.

Who do I contact if I need more information? Top

If you have questions, comments, or suggestions about the upcoming ceremonies please click here to view a table of important contacts that can best help you with your graduation questions.

 

If you have questions regarding your cap & gown purchase ONLY, please contact the CCSF Bookstore Annex at 415.452.5210 or bookstor@ccsf.edu.