myCanvas / myCourses 
Graduation
Graduation
Commencement is one of our most cherished traditions, one that marks a major milestone for you, your family, and the College faculty and staff who have supported your journey at Blue Ridge Community College.
Commencement Ceremony
We are pleased to announce that Blue Ridge Community College will host an in-person commencement ceremony for the Class of 2026 in the Blue Ridge Conference Hall on the Henderson County Campus on Friday, December 18, 2026.
Friday, December 18, 2026 | 6 p.m.
Technology Education and Development Center Conference Hall
Henderson County Campus
Application for Graduation
The Application for Graduation deadline for the Summer 2026 semester was June 1, 2026.
The Application for Graduation deadline for the Fall 2026 semester is August 31, 2026. Candidates for graduation who have not yet applied and wish to have their credential printed should submit an Application for Graduation as soon as possible to the Registrar’s Office to avoid delays in processing.
Graduate Luncheon:
Friday, December 18, 2026, 1 p.m.
The Student Government Association invites the class of 2026 to celebrate their achievements with a Graduate Dessert Bar in the Pre-Event Space of the TEDC Conference Hall on the Henderson County Campus.
An RSVP is required to attend the Graduate Luncheon
Rehearsal:
Friday, December 18, 2026, 2 p.m.
Rehearsal for the commencement ceremony will be held in the Technology Education and Development Center Conference Hall on the Henderson County Campus. Caps and gowns are not required for rehearsal, but attendance is highly encouraged.
An RSVP is required to attend the Graduation Rehersal
RSVP
RSVPs to attend/not attend the December 2026 Graduation Ceremony will be sent to eligible Graduates in early-mid October 2026. Students who do not submit the RSVP by the deadline announced in October will not be eligible to cross the stage.
Honor Cords/Stoles
Honor society members (Phi Theta Kappa and National Technical Honor Society) are welcome to wear the honor society regalia of their choice but may wear only one tassel during graduation. Please make your purchases using the honor society website(s): www.ptk.org or www.nths.org. Please place an order in time to allow for arrival well before May 9.
Accommodations
Blue Ridge is committed to ensuring that all students and their guests have the opportunity to fully participate in this momentous occasion. Whether you require special seating arrangements, assistance with mobility, or any other accommodations, we are here to support you. Sign language interpreters will be present for each ceremony.
To request accommodations for the graduation ceremony, please contact Student Accessibility Services Coordinator, Carolyn Levine, at access@blueridge.edu or (828) 694-1813.
If you have any questions, please contact us via email at registrar@blueridge.edu.
We look forward to coming together in May to honor and celebrate your accomplishments.
Contact Us
Registrar’s Office
Sink Building Room 121
(828) 694-1809
registrar@blueridge.edu