Congrats, Knights!
On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) will celebrate
its 61st Commencement Ceremony. Held at the Amica Mutual Pavilion, the event will
mark the culmination of another academic year at CCRI, a year of transformation, opportunity,
and achievement for Rhode Islanders and each of our graduates.
In 2025, more than 1,000 graduates crossed the stage to receive their degrees and
certificates, cheered on by over 5,000 family members, friends, faculty, and alumni
in a day filled with pride, emotion, and inspiration. We invite you to make 2026
an even bigger celebration, please save the date and share with your friends and family
- no tickets are required for attendance.
Check out our Commencement FAQs to learn all about the ceremony and how to Apply to Graduate.
Commencement FAQs
- May 12: Commencement
Before then, please prepare yourself for your big day:
- May 1: March Cards - Available
Visit any One Stop on all four campuses starting May 1st to receive your March Card.
Use your March Card to skip the line at check-in at our Commencement Ceremony. Your
March Card will include your name, academic division, and placement in the Student
Processional line.
- April 20: Graduates Order Regalia – to be shipped home (note: shipping fee)
All graduates will need to be properly attired to attend the event and cross the stage.
Please order your cap and gown (otherwise known as regalia) from our approved vendor.
You’ll have the option to mail to your home, or ship to the Knight Campus Bookstore:
oakhallcg.com/pages/ccri.
- April 17: Complete your Intent to Graduate form
This is the Deadline to submit your Intent to Graduate form in order to have your names in the program. Head here to complete this essential step to be approved to join the Commencement ceremont.
- April 13: GradFest is our annual Commencement Rehearsal. Hosted on the Knight Campus, we’ll
practice the processional line-up, the march to the event, and present you with all
the Frequently Asked Questions to be sure you are ready for the big day on May 12th.
Learn more on our GradFest Web page.
- April 1: Staff and Faculty Order Regalia
Staff/Faculy ONLY, if you’d like to join the processional or volunteer as a Faculty
Marshall, you will need regalia. Please order from here, or be prepared to bring your
own to join the festivities: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_ozsxqNz0FoQBxs2OM6pq7BX_lAdlq4lLPH7E6CowUencJA/. You will collect any regalia ordered from the Knight Campus Bookstore before the
event.
- March 24: Graduates Order Regalia – to be shipped to store
All graduates will need to be properly attired to attend the event and cross the stage.
Please order your cap and gown (otherwise known as regalia) from our approved vendor.
You’ll have the option to mail to your home, or ship to the Knight Campus Bookstore:
oakhallcg.com/pages/ccri.
Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities:
Students with disabilities who plan to attend Commencement, and who may need accommodations, should reach out
to the Office of Disability Accessibility for Students (DAS) via email at [email protected] or call 401-825-1232.
Guests with disabilities, the AMP offers convenient facilities and features for persons with disabilities. Wheelchair
accessible locations are in sections: 101, 104, 106, 110, 120, 124, and 126.
