Apply to Graduate

At the end of each semester, Oakland Community College awards diplomas to students who complete their degree/certificate requirements. Candidates for graduation need to Apply to Graduate. Students may apply to graduate from the active program on their record. 

Graduation applications must be received by the day before the start of the next semester.
After the semester ends, all graduates undergo a degree audit to confirm requirements have been met. Diplomas for earned credentials are mailed once this process is complete, typically about 6 weeks after the end of the semester.

Oakland Community College may automatically award degree(s) that you earn. If you wish to opt-out of automatic awards, please visit the Enrollment Services office at any OCC campus or email OCCES@oaklandcc.edu from your OCC email address.

Apply to Graduate

Questions

Meet with your counselor or advisor if you have questions regarding courses or program requirements to graduate.

If you need to change the diploma mailing address after you've submitted your application, or if you have questions about the application process, please email applytograduate@oaklandcc.edu from your OCC email address. 

Celebrate your achievements at Commencement!

Commencement is a great time to celebrate your accomplishments with your family, friends and fellow graduates.

Save the date and please join us on Saturday May 16, 2026.