Graduation

Congratulations! Graduation means you have officially and successfully completed all your degree requirements that will be recorded on your official transcript.

Graduation Candidates

You will be notified if you are a candidate for graduation via your SPC email address. If you do not receive a notification and think you should graduate at the end of the term, please contact your academic advisor who can perform a graduation check with you. We encourage you to participate in Commencement so we can formally recognize and celebrate your hard work and accomplishments.

Graduation Announcements

  • SPC 149th Commencement

    SPC 149th Commencement

    Celebrate your milestone on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Spring Commencement will be held at Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705.  The College will host two ceremonies, starting at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Each ceremony is expected to last approximately 90 minutes. 

    We recognize that holding Commencement during finals week presents challenges. This timing reflects our commitment to securing Tropicana Field, the only indoor facility in Pinellas County capable of accommodating all graduates and guests together. We've worked to minimize conflicts by scheduling the ceremony on Wednesday, May 13, when the fewest finals are typically scheduled. If you have a conflict, please check with your professor if an alternative exam arrangement can be made.

Graduation Requirements

Requirements

While you don't need to apply for graduation, you still need to make sure you're on track to receive your diploma.

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Three SPC GRaduates at the commencement ceremony

Ceremonies

Learn more about our graduation ceremonies, including Commencement and Grad Walk.

Explore Ceremonies
SPC female graduate with decorated cap

Prepare to Graduate

Find out how to prepare for the graduation ceremony, including cap and gown purchase and regalia.

Get Ready
Female graduate in cap and gown

Day of Ceremony

Your day to celebrate has arrived! What you need to know about the protocol and schedule.

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Graduation Social you did it

You did it! Don't be shy.

Share the moment using #SPCGrad and images for your social media accounts.

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Graduation By the Numbers

By the Numbers

In Summer and Fall 2025, St. Petersburg College awarded more than 2,100 degrees and certificates.

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