Graduation

4 Steps to Graduate

1. Please arrive at the Al G. Langford Chaparral (Chap) Center an hour before your scheduled ceremony on Friday, May 8, 2026. Commencement begins at 2 pm for Bachelor's and Associate Degrees and 6 pm for all Certificate programs. Graduates must arrive no later than 30 minutes before the start your ceremony! 
   
   
   
   
2. Dress in your cap and gown and bring your yellow name card.
   • Cap - Put the tassel on the cap and put the cap on your head with the tassel on the right side. Your cap may be decorated as long as it is family friendly and appropriate. 
   • Gown - You cannot carry anything in your hands due to safety concerns with climbing up and down stairs. The gown does not have pockets. To carry personal belongings (including phone, keys and wallet), wear a crossbody bag, drawstring backpack, or belt bag under your gown. 
   • Shoes - Boots, loafers, ballet flats, wedges, and dressy sandals are suggested. Wear shoes that you can stand in for up to an hour while lining up and waiting for the ceremony to begin, walk in a processional line on the Chap Center floor, and climb up and down multiple flights of stairs. 
   • Stole or Cords - Only soles or cords provided by Midland College club advisors are permitted.
   • Yellow Card - bring the yellow name card that was in your gown bag. 
3. Enter the Chap Center through Door 3 or Door 4.
   
   
4. After the ceremony, meet your guests outside the Chap Center between Doors 1 & 2. 

Name Pronunciation 

Please call (432) 685-4606 and say your first and last name when prompted.

Photo Opportunities

Flash Photography takes on-stage and diploma photos of every student. They will email each graduate proofs of their photos, with purchasing information, 2-3 weeks after graduation

Tickets

2 pm Ceremony: 10 guests per graduate
6 pm Ceremony: 8 guests per graduate

Guests do not need tickets to attend.

When

Friday, May 8, 2026

Bachelor's & Associate Degrees: 2 pm (doors open at 1 pm)
All Certificate Programs (except Paramedics): 6 pm (doors open at 5 pm)

Where

Al G. Langford Chaparral (Chap) Center. Guests use Doors 1 and 2 (see map below).

Parking

See map below for guest parking. Handicap accessible parking spots are at each Chap Center door and golf cart transportation from the parking lot to Chap Center will be available. All parking is free.

Tickets

2 pm Ceremony: 10 guests per graduate
6 pm Ceremony: 8 guests per graduate

Guests do not need tickets to attend.

Live Steam and Recording

You can watch commencement in real time using the link at the top of this page. The ceremony will be recorded and posted on the website for future viewing.

Chap Center Rules

• Prohibited items: balloons, air horns, noise makers, outside food and drinks, large bags or backpacks, and any items that may obstruct the view of other guests (large posters, signs or banners).
• Guest may not reserve seats.
• Refreshments and snacks available for purchase at the concessions stands. Debit and credit card payments only. Cash is not accepted.

Application

Students are encouraged to apply for graduation the semester before they plan to graduate. Having the requirements checked, allows students to finalize their course selection before the last semester. However, if students miss this window, they may apply early in the semester in which they will graduate. Posted deadlines can be found in the academic calendar.

The application should be filled out only by students who wish to participate in the graduation ceremony.  All students who are eligible to earn their degree or certificate will be awarded at the end of the semester.  The application is not needed unless you want to participate in the ceremony.

Applications to participate in the May commencement ceremony are now being accepted! Students who apply after the April 3 deadline will be able to participate in the commencement ceremony but may not have their name listed in the program.

How to Apply

• Sign into the My MC Portal 
• Select the "Students" tab
• On the left side of the Students page, in the left-hand navigation, click on "Transcripts and Forms"
• In the center of the "Transcripts and Forms" page, in the "Forms/Online Services" section, select "Graduation Participation Application"

Due Date

Students who wish to participate in the graduation ceremony should apply by April 3 to ensure their name is included in the program.  Students who apply after this date will be able to participate in the commencement ceremony but may not have their name listed in the program.

Questions?

Email: graduation@midland.edu

What is the difference?

It is important that candidates and families understand the difference between "participating in the graduation ceremony” (walking across the stage) and "graduating” (receiving a diploma).

Ceremony

Midland College holds a Graduation Ceremony each May and December. Students are invited to participate in the ceremony as long as they have met the following requirements:

• Have 6 or less semester credit hours remaining for graduation
• Met TSI requirements and has a 2.0 Cumulative GPA at MC

Graduated

Students are considered “Graduated” once all degree/certificate requirements are met. Diplomas should be ready 6-8 weeks after the last day of the spring semester. Graduates will be notified by email when their certificate/diploma is printed.

General Requirements for Degrees and Certificates

DID YOU KNOW?

Students who graduate from Midland College and plan to pursue a bachelor degree at a four-year public university in Texas, may be eligible for a Graduating Sophomore Scholarship.

Graduating Sophomore Scholarships Page