A cap and gown are required in order to participate in the graduation ceremony. Caps and gowns will be available at the College Bookstore in late May  Once a finalized price and date availability is determined, this information will be updated. If you have questions about ordering a cap and gown at the CPTC Bookstore, please contact, Kariena Mellor at 253-589-5614.
The Department of Student Life loans out a limited number of gowns, free of charge, to graduates through a program called "Wear It Forward". There are approximately 100 gowns in a variety of sizes available on a first come, first served basis. Fill out an application form to be eligible for a free gown rental on a first come, first served bases. Students will be notified by Thursday, May 26 of the status of their request for a loaner gown. Rental gowns will be available for pick up June 1-14. Only gowns are provided - you must provide your own cap and tassel which can be purchased at the bookstore. For questions about the Wear It Forward program please contact Danny Lee, Manager of Student Engagement, at danny.lee@cptc.edu or at 253-589-5644.