Application Dates & Deadlines
2020/2021 Graduation Year Dates (2020FA, 2021SP, 2021SU Graduates)
| December 4, 2020 |
Fall 2020 Grad Application Deadline |
| March 5, 2021 |
Spring 2021 Grad Application Deadline |
| March 22, 2021 |
Grad Application Deadline for Graduation Ceremony |
| March 30, 2021 |
Graduation Fair |
| April 1 – 18, 2021 |
Grad Ceremony Website Open for Photo Uploads and Personal Message |
| April 14, 2021 |
Graduation Program Deadline |
| April 25, 2021 |
Deadline for Cap and Gown Orders |
| May 14, 2021 |
Class of 2021 Commencement Ceremony |
| May 15, 2021 |
Virtual Graduation Ceremony |
| August 6, 2021 |
Summer 2021 Grad Application Deadline |
| August 31, 2021 |
Deadline to submit 2020/2021 Graduation Application Refund |
**Students who apply for graduation after April 14th, 2021 will not have their name in the printed grad ceremony program.
Requirements for Graduation
To be eligible for graduation, a student must:
- Successfully complete all curriculum program requirements
- Achieve sufficient quality points to average a 2.0 GPA (cumulative and major)
- Achieve passing grades in all required hours
- A student MUST be enrolled in the last class(es) needed for program completion in order to apply for graduation
- Complete a minimum of 25% of resident credit at FTCC
- Apply and pay for graduation in WebAdvisor per degree, diploma, and/or certificate, but the appropriate deadline
- All Financial Aid Loan borrowers are required to complete an Exit Counseling Survey
- Complete the FTCC Exit Survey
- Order your cap and gown before the deadline
- Continue to monitor your student email for any notifications
Note: Pay close attention to item #4 (student MUST be enrolled in the last class(es) needed for program completion)
Applying for Graduation
Before applying for graduation, contact your Advisor or your Department to ensure you are on track to complete your program requirements. They will also be able to answer questions about your GPA, honor status, and graduation eligibility.
Your Advisor can be found on the Advising tab in Student Planning. Login to Self-Service and click on Student Planning to contact your advisor.
Note: Current FTCC employees who are graduating must contact the Registration and Records Office to gain access to the application link.
Application Instructions
- Login to Self-Service
- Select Graduation Overview
- Select Apply on the program you want to apply for
- Complete the application form
- Proceed to payment, and submit your $25 payment online
How to Apply for Graduation Tutorial (PDF)
Keep an eye on your student email for correspondences regarding graduation
Should you need accommodations for the graduation ceremony, please reach out to disability support at ada@faytechcc.edu
Please Note
Graduation Fee is $25
Cap & Gown Shipping Fee is $11
FTCC is extremely proud of your academic achievements and we look forward to recognizing you and your accomplishments during the upcoming 2021 commencement.
Program Areas
Not sure what program area your degree falls under?
Check out the list of degrees/diplomas by program area.
Cap & Gown
Cap and Gown ordering is now closed for the 2020-2021 Graduation Ceremony Year (Fall 2020 – Summer 2021)
For inquiries please reach out to graduation@faytechcc.edu
Grad Fair
For our Fall 2020 to Summer 2021 Graduates: The Grad Fair was held in March 2021
For our Fall 2021 – Summer 2022 Graduates: Check back at a later time for updates
Balfour Ring Vendors
Order your official FTCC 2021 class ring and jewelry.
You can view their website ahead of time here
Foundation Alumni
Purchase Foundation Alumni merchandise and/or memberships
For more information you can view their website here
FTCC Bookstore
Come browse the bookstore for some FTCC gear. They’ve got lots of great items to represent FTCC, GO TROJANS!
FTCC Exit Survey and Federal Exit Survey
Staff will be on site to assist graduates with completing their exit surveys
Disability Support Services
Fayetteville Technical Community College encourages students with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation during graduation please email graduation@faytechcc.edu or visit our FTCC Disability & Support Services Office.
Fees & Payments
The graduation fee is $25 for each degree or diploma earned. A $25 fee is also required for a student applying to receive a certificate only (no degree or diploma). Fees apply to all graduates, regardless of whether they choose to participate in the commencement exercises (graduation day).
Each curriculum graduate who is participating in the graduation ceremony will receive a complimentary:
- Cap (1)
- Gown (1)
- Tassel (Black Tassel w/ Graduation Year)
- Degree, Diploma, or Certificate
- Complimentary Official Transcript (1)
Payment
$25 Graduation Fee can be paid through Self-Service
Acceptable forms of payment include Mastercard, Visa, or other Credit Card
Refund Policy
What if you paid for graduation, but received correspondence that you are not eligible?
You may submit a Request for Graduation Fee Refund Form. The application and graduation fee for the current academic year only (Fall, Spring, and Summer terms). A new graduation application and fee payment are required for the next academic year.
GPA was not high enough for graduation or still have classes you need to take and you are not ready for graduation. Can you get a refund?
Graduation Memorabilia
FTCC Alumni
Purchase Alumni merchandise through the FTCC Foundation.
Balfour Class Rings
View the official FTCC ring collection offered by Balfour.
FTCC Diploma Frames
Purchase your Diploma frame today through our FTCC Bookstore.
Graduation Memorabilia
Are you part of an FTCC club or organization? You can contact them directly to purchase memorabilia items.
Photo Specialties
Remember the years! Purchase your graduation photos today.
Order Transcripts
Each graduate receives one (1) complimentary official transcript.
If you need to order a replacement or new transcripts visit the FTCC’s Curriculum Transcript webpage.
