Explore Kirkwood Catalog Site Index Commencement Kirkwood commencement exercises are held in May at the end of the spring semester. Students who complete their programs in the fall, spring and summer terms are invited and encouraged to attend the May ceremony.
Participation is voluntary.
The award will be mailed to you when semester grades are recorded and evaluated, approximately four to six weeks after the end of the term. If you haven't met graduation requirements, you will be notified after semester grades have been recorded and your transcript has been examined for successful completion of program requirements. Current Students Contact your advisor to help you determine your remaining graduation requirements. Returning Students Enrollment Services can provide you with a copy of your Kirkwood transcript. If you're returning into a Career Education major, please make an appointment with the appropriate department to discuss how previously earned credits apply to your current major.