Commencement Week Ceremonies
Find the official schedule for all Commencement Week ceremonies, including times, locations, and broadcast details for those viewing remotely.
59th Annual Commencement Ceremony
For questions, please contact the Office of Student Life at 732-255-0348.
Nurses Pinning Ceremony
Awards Ceremony
TV Schedule
2026 Commencement Broadcast Schedule
Ocean County College’s ceremonies will be broadcast live on Ocean.edu and Ocean TV 20 via Comcast Channel 20 and Verizon FiOS of Northern Ocean County Channel 24.
Cap and Gown Orders
- For verification purposes, please enter your OCC student email address and your full name (as shown on your student ID) on the shipping address at checkout.
- Each student must place their own order under the student’s name. Please do not include more than one set of caps and gowns in your order.
- Pre-order for caps and gowns begins in March
Special Regalia Items
- Students with a final grade point average of 3.5 or higher are eligible for gold tassels.
- NJStars students are eligible to receive a pin.
- Honors by Contract students who complete the program are eligible for a tassel and stole.
- Psi Beta, Psychology Honor Society members are eligible to receive a cord.
- Sigma Kappa Delta, English Honor Society members, are eligible to receive a pin.
Pick up during Commencement Week
Monday and Tuesday
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Student Center – Information Desk (first floor)
Please contact Student Life at 732-255-0348 with any questions about special regalia items.
- All eligible graduating student veterans will be entitled to wear a branch specific stole as part of their graduation regalia provided and distributed by the VMRC.
- Any veterans who are members of the SALUTE honor society will also be entitled to an honor cord to wear at graduation.
Guest Information
This section provides important details to help guests prepare for Commencement. Learn about on-site photography services, safety and security guidelines, seating policies, and accessibility accommodations. We encourage all attendees to review this information in advance to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Photography
Family and friends may take pictures at the ceremony from their seats.
Island Photography is our official Commencement Photographer for 2025.
- They will provide professional photo coverage for every graduate as they are recognized during the ceremony.
- Proofs will be delivered via email within 48-72 hours after the ceremony.
Please contact their customer service team at custserv@islandphoto.com or 800-869-0908 if you have any concerns or questions.
Guests
Guest Policies at Ocean County College
- Strict Security Regulations will be followed. ALL umbrellas, backpacks, and large bags are prohibited from campus during the Commencement Ceremony. All other bags will be subject to search.
Guest Policies at the Arena
- Guests attending the Commencement Ceremony at RWJBarnabas Health Arena are required to follow all arena policies and guidelines.
- Please note that the Arena enforces its own security regulations, including restrictions on bags, outside food and beverages, and other prohibited items.
- For a full list of policies and prohibited items, please visit the RWJBarnabas Health Arena Policies page.
Handicapped Access
Students participating in the Awards Ceremony who require special accommodations should contact Student Life at
studentlife@ocean.edu at least three days before the ceremony.
A section of Parking Lot 2 is designated for Handicapped Parking on a first-come, first-served basis. A state-issued Handicapped Parking Pass is required.
Please use our up-to-date Campus Map for directions for parking and accessible walkways on campus.
For viewing policies at RWJBarnabas Health Arena, please visit their official website.
Congratulations 2025 Graduates!
View commencement week ceremony recordings at the following links.