2025 – 2026 NIACC Graduation Candidates (May/Summer and Midyear Graduates)

The 2025 – 2026 NIACC commencement ceremonies will take place on Friday, May 1. Graduates will receive information from the Registrar’s Office via their NIACC email assigning them to one of the following ceremonies:

• 3 p.m. – Health Sciences
• 5 p.m. – Career Technical
• 7 p.m. – Arts & Sciences

How to Apply for Graduation
Apply for graduation on TrojanHome under My Profile > Self Service Menu > Graduation Overview. There you will find the Apply link.

May/Summer Graduates – please apply for graduation by March 1, 2026.

Informational Meeting for Graduates
An informational meeting for graduates will be held on Thursday, April 16 at 12:30 pm. Please use the following link to join: https://niacc.zoom.us/j/82294844808

A recording will be shared after the meeting for anyone who cannot attend.

Cap and Gown Pick-up
Caps, gowns, and honor cords will be available for pick-up Monday, April 27 through Thursday, April 30 in the Records office (AB-104), from 7:45 am to 4:00 pm. If you are unable to come during this time, please contact the Records Office to make other arrangements.

Seating Accommodations
While seating in the NIACC Auditorium will be first-come, first-served for the commencement ceremonies, a limited number of accessible seats are available and can be reserved for those using wheelchairs and other assistive devices. Please contact the Records Office to arrange.

Receiving your Diploma
NIACC has partnered with Parchment to provide your diploma. After the College confirms that you have met degree requirements and has conferred your credential, you will be notified by Parchment via text message and email (to your NIACC email address) that a digital copy of your diploma is now available. The printed copy of your diploma will arrive by mail 15-20 days after that notification.

What Happens to Your Student Loans After Graduation?
After you graduate, your federal student loans don’t disappear – they enter a grace period, typically lasting six months. During this time, you won’t need to make payments, but interest may still accrue depending on your loan type. Once the grace period ends, repayment begins, and it’s important to understand your loan terms, monthly payment options, and how to stay in good standing.

To learn more about repayment plans, loan servicers, and how to manage your loans after graduation, visit StudentAid.gov. If you have additional questions, please contact Financial Aid.

Alumni Association
As you prepare to graduate, we want to extend a warm invitation to join the no-cost NIACC Alumni Association. You are now part of a vibrant and supportive community of nearly 35,000 alumni who are connected by their shared experiences at North Iowa Area Community College.

You can Join the Association and update contact information online with the Stay Connected form.

The Alumni Association holds a prize drawing for every 50 updates submitted. Remember to Stay Connected! #trojansforever

Feel free to call or email if you have any questions.

Registrar’s Office:
Michelle Petznick, Registrar
641-422-4205
(Michelle.Petznick@niacc.edu)

Jennifer Ryan, Asst. Registrar
641-422-4229
(Jennifer.Ryan@niacc.edu)

Instructions for Graduates
Types of NIACC Recognition Cords
Volunteer Cord Application
Graduation Announcements Available at NIACC BookZone
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