CCRI Commencement

Commencement is the celebration of our graduating class and an opportunity to look back on the journey of our remarkable students, some of whom will enter the workforce, transfer to a four-year university to continue their education, or apply the knowledge gained at CCRI to whatever comes next in their journey.

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Congrats, Knights!

On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) will celebrate its 61st Commencement Ceremony. Held at the Amica Mutual Pavilion, the event will mark the culmination of another academic year at CCRI, a year of transformation, opportunity, and achievement for Rhode Islanders and each of our graduates. 

In 2025, more than 1,000 graduates crossed the stage to receive their degrees and certificates, cheered on by over 5,000 family members, friends, faculty, and alumni in a day filled with pride, emotion, and inspiration.  We invite you to make 2026 an even bigger celebration, please save the date and share with your friends and family - no tickets are required for attendance. 

 

Good to Knows:

Check out our Commencement FAQs to learn all about the ceremony and how to Apply to Graduate.

Commencement FAQs

Key Dates

  • May 12: Commencement 
    Before then, please prepare yourself for your big day:  
  • March 24: Graduates Order Regalia – to be shipped to store
    All graduates will need to be properly attired to attend the event and cross the stage. Please order your cap and gown (otherwise known as regalia) from our approved vendor. You’ll have the option to mail to your home, or ship to the Knight Campus Bookstore: https://oakhallcg.com/pages/ccri 
  • April 4: Staff and Faculty Order Regalia 
    Staff/Faculy ONLY, if you’d like to join the processional or volunteer as a Faculty Marshall, you will need regalia.  Please order from here, or be prepared to bring your own to join the festivities:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_ozsxqNz0FoQBxs2OM6pq7BX_lAdlq4lLPH7E6CowUencJA/viewform?usp=header you will collect any regalia ordered from the Knight Campus Bookstore before the event.  
  • April 17: Complete your Intent to Graduate form 
    This is the Deadline to submit your Intent to Graduate form in order to have your names in the program.  Head here to complete this essential step to be approved to join the Commencement ceremont.
  • April 20: Graduates Order Regalia – to be shipped home (note: shipping fee)
    All graduates will need to be properly attired to attend the event and cross the stage. Please order your cap and gown (otherwise known as regalia) from our approved vendor. You’ll have the option to mail to your home, or ship to the Knight Campus Bookstore: https://oakhallcg.com/pages/ccri

2025 Commencement Live Stream

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Commencement is the celebration of our graduating class and an opportunity to look back on the journey of our remarkable students.

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