Commencement 2026: Wednesday, May 13

Attention 2026 MCC Potential Graduates! Commencement will be here before you know it! Here is what you need to do to prepare:

Two graduating students, both female, hug and smile as they graduate.

+Apply to Graduate

Students seeking to complete an academic program at MCC for Winter 2026 and Summer 2026 must apply to graduate online in Self-Service. To apply to graduate, go to MyMCC and click the “Self-Service” tile at the top, and then click “Graduation Overview.”

+Participate in Commencement

The 2026 Commencement will take place on May 13, 2026, starting at 7 pm, at the Trinity Health Arena, 470 W. Western Ave., Muskegon, MI 49440. This Ceremony will be for students who graduate in the Fall 2025, Winter 2026, and Summer 2026 semesters. Students who wish to participate in MCC’s 2026 Commencement Ceremony on May 13, 2026, must complete the Participation Form by April 20, 2026. You must log in to the form using your standard MyMCC username and password.

+Attend 2026 Grad Fest

Attention MCC graduates — missed Grad Fest the first time around? Here’s your second chance! Muskegon Community College is hosting an additional Grad Fest date to help you get graduation-ready.

This one-stop event is designed to help graduates check off everything they need before walking across the stage, from picking up regalia* to grabbing optional keepsakes.

  • Purchase and pick up your cap, gown, and tassel for $59
  • Nursing grads can purchase special nursing pins for $48
  • Optional stoles available for purchase
  • Connect with campus staff and get your graduation questions answered

WHO: Graduating students of Muskegon Community College
WHAT: Grad Fest 2026
WHEN: April 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
WHERE: MCC Bookstore, 221 S. Quarterline Rd., Muskegon, MI (Main Building)

Don’t miss this opportunity to get everything you need for graduation—your big day is almost here!

GRAD CAP CONTEST IS BACK!

Please mark your calendars! Muskegon Community College’s 2026 Commencement Ceremony will take place on:

Wednesday, May 13*, 2026, 7:00 p.m., at the Trinity Health Arena.

*Please note: This year’s ceremony is scheduled one week later than our traditional date. Due to the arena’s schedule and playoff commitments, we needed to adjust to May 13. We look forward to celebrating the achievements of our graduates with you on this special evening. More details to come!

CHECK OUT LAST YEAR’S CEREMONY!