Formal graduation exercises are held in May at the end of spring semester. Students who complete course requirements during the subsequent summer session may participate in the May ceremony. Students who complete course requirements during the Fall semester may participate in the next May ceremony.

Students planning to graduate should contact their advisor to initiate the process. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that a graduation application is received in the Admissions and Records Office.

*All degrees, diplomas, and certificates are mailed to the graduates.*

Graduation Requirements

All graduates must have a GPA of 2.00 in all studies attempted which are applicable toward graduation.

In awarding students an additional degree, diploma, certificate, or career studies certificate, the college may grant credit for all completed applicable courses which are requirements of the additional degree, diploma, certificate, or career studies certificate. However, the awards must differ from one another by at least 25% of the credits.

Course substitutions cannot exceed 10% of the total credits of the program.

At least 25% of the credits must be acquired at the college awarding the degree.

Graduates are eligible for honors (with the exception of career studies certificates) if their cumulative GPA is:

1. 3.200-3.499 Cum Laude.
2. 3.500-3.799 Magna Cum Laude.
3. 3.800-4.000 Summa Cum Laude.

Graduation Application Procedures

The application for graduation should be completed and turned in to the Admissions and Records Office as soon as possible, but before the start of the Spring semester. Submitting your application early will help ensure you have registered for the correct Spring and/or Summer classes in order to complete your program of study.

Graduation Ceremony

Information about the May 2021 graduation ceremony will be available at a later time. Please check back for future updates.

Graduation Items

Cap and gowns will be available for purchase from the NRCC bookstore.
No ordering necessary.

Estimated Prices:

• Cap, Gown, and Tassel - $44.00 plus tax
• Graduation Announcements (pkg. of 10) - $15.00 plus tax
• Diploma Frame - $94.95 plus tax

Replacement Diplomas

If you have misplaced your original NRCC diploma, a replacement can be ordered through the Admissions and Records Office. The cost is $10 for each diploma ordered. You should allow 4 to 6 weeks for the diploma to arrive.

Admissions/Records Office Contact Information: New River Community College
5251 College Drive, Dublin, VA 24084
Phone: (540) 674-3603 Toll Free: 1-866-462-6722 ext 3603
E-mail: tsmith@nr.edu