Historical image of male and female graduations and presenters walking toward graduation ceremony. Graduate raises her hands to the sky, wearing a huge smile, as she crosses the stage during commencement ceremony.

Graduation & Commencement

Congratulations, graduate! You've worked hard, overcome challenges, and reached an exciting milestone in your academic journey. It's time to celebrate everything you’ve accomplished. 

Columbia College hosts various commencement ceremonies for our diverse student populations. Celebrating master’s bachelor’s and associate degree candidates, you have the opportunity to participate on campus or at a location near you. 

Ceremonies

Commencement ceremony with mortarboard reading "B.S. Biology", surrounded by biology graphics.

Main Campus Ceremony

Ceremony is held on the Columbia College campus in Columbia, MO.

Commencement ceremony with mortarboard, translating to "Sometimes I cried, sometimes I doubted, but I never gave up.".

Nationwide Ceremonies

Ceremonies are held separately for nationwide locations.

Commencement ceremony with mortarboard reading "Stronger than my excuses, retired soldier, full-time mom, full-time student, no days off!".

Livestream

Attend the livestream of the Main Campus ceremonies.

More Options

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