Commencement Information

Congratulations to all of our Fall 2026 Graduates!

Commencement is Friday, November 20

Commencement for North-West College, Glendale Career College and Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing

Anaheim Convention Center – 800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802

Invite your friends and family to join us to celebrate your success!
Friday, November 20
Anaheim Convention Center
800 W Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92802

Register Now to Attend Commencement

Click the link below to download or print the Commencement Registration form.
Bring the completed form with your registration fee to the campus to participate.
All graduation requirements must be met prior to registration.

Registration Information

All eligible graduates must complete the registration form and bring it to your campus before 3:00 pm on Friday, October 23, to participate.

  • Complete and print out the online Registration Form.
  • Registration fee is $110 and includes Cap, Gown, college pin, diploma cover, and 4 tickets.
  • Registration fee for graduates with Perfect Attendance is $65 and includes Cap, Gown, college pin, diploma cover, and 4 tickets. Perfect Attendance must be verified and signed-off by your Campus Director.
  • Registration fee and tickets are non-refundable.
  • Acceptable payment methods include: Cash, Check, Money Order, and Debit/Credit card.

All graduation requirements must be met prior to registration.

Commencement Participation Guidelines

Graduates in “Good Standing” are eligible to participate in the Commencement Ceremony. You are considered in good standing if you:

  • Complete all required hours (workshops, seminars, clinical, internship, computer classes).
  • Complete all classroom requirements and pass your senior final.
  • Vocational Nursing students must complete all makeup hours and pass their exit exam.
  • Surgical Technology students must complete the CST exam.
  • Pay tuition balance.

Campus Cap & Gown Expo

Join us for an upcoming Cap & Gown Expo at your campus as we get ready to celebrate your achievement! During the expo, graduating students can pick up their commencement tickets, receive their cap & gown, and learn important details about the upcoming Commencement Ceremony in Anaheim. It’s also a great opportunity to touch-base with Career Services to learn about potential employment opportunities.

Cap & Gown Campus Dates

Monday, November 2
NWC Van Nuys 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
NWC Long Beach 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Tuesday, November 3
NWC Riverside 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
NWC Anaheim 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Wednesday, November 4
NWC Pomona 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
NWC West Covina 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Thursday, November 5
GCC Glendale 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
NWC Glendale 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Monday, November 9
NWC Bakersfield 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Tuesday, November 10
NWC San Diego 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

North-West College is your direction to success!
What will your career path be?

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