Graduation
Graduation
Graduation means being awarded a state-approved diploma, certificate or degree once all of the requirements for that degree, certificate, or diploma have been successfully completed.
- Participating in SVC's annual commencement ceremony also known as "walking" or "crossing the stage" does NOT mean that a student will automatically graduate.
- Students MUST apply to graduate for all high school diplomas, associate degrees, and bachelor degrees.
- Some certificates will be institutionally awarded with no application required. Students will be notified when their certificate is ready to be awarded.
Generally, students apply to graduate once their ctcLink What-If Report shows that they have completed all degree requirements including requirements that are in progress. Students should meet with their advisor prior to applying to graduate to assess their progress toward completion. This includes evaluating total credits and grade point average (GPA).
NOTE: Beginning July 1, 2026 students will apply to graduate in ctcLink (see instructions below).
Instructions
Apply to Graduate (through June 30, 2026)
Use the Graduation Application to apply for graduation through June 30, 2026 for summer quarter 2026 or prior.
Login to Graduation Application
- Log into the system using your MySVC Email and Password. This is the same email and password you use to access your student Gmail account and Canvas.
- If you have trouble logging in, email graduation@skagit.edu, and we will follow up with you to ask further questions.
- Include both a current and a permanent mailing address. The diploma will be mailed to your permanent address.
Note: If you need to change the graduation quarter, email graduation@skagit.edu with the updated quarter. The application will be deleted after two quarters if no change is requested.
Additional Degrees and/or Certificates
If you completed additional degrees and/or certificates the same quarter, you need to apply for those separately. Example: If you completed an associate’s degree and a high school diploma in the same quarter, you need to submit one graduation application per degree.
Apply to Graduate (Beginning July 1, 2026)
Use ctcLink to apply to graduate beginning July 1, 2026 for summer quarter 2026 or after. If you need to apply to graduate from a previous quarter, email graduation@skagit.edu and provide the term you believe you qualify for graduation. Complete all steps listed below before you apply to graduate in ctcLink.
Step 1: Log in to ctcLink (mobile-friendly version).
Step 2: Select the My Profile option on the left side.
Step 3: Click on Biographical Information.
Step 4: Add a Degree Name if you would like something different than your primary (legal) name listed on your diploma.
Step 5: Click on Contact Info and add a Preferred Address if you would like your diploma mailed to a different location than what is listed.
Step 6: Update your preferred email if needed.
Step 7: Apply to graduate
Step-by-Step Graduation Application Instructions
Graduation Processing Time and Diplomas
- An SVC evaluator will post your degree to your transcript approximately 4 to 6 weeks after final grades are received and posted for the term.
- An evaluator will notify you once your degree has posted to your transcript.
- An evaluator will also notify you if your degree could not be posted due to missing requirements.
- Your initial diploma is provided by SVC free of charge and typically mailed approximately 6 weeks after final grades post.
- Parchment will notify you when your digital diploma is available for download.
Reordering Diplomas
You may reorder your diploma through Parchment if you lose the original or would like another copy.
- SVC charges a $10.00 replacement fee for diploma reorders.
- Parchment charges a $3.00 service fee plus standard shipping costs.
- Expedited shipping is available for an additional charge.