Commencement Information

Congratulations to our 2026 Graduates!

Commencement is Friday, November 20

Commencement for Glendale Career College, North-West College and the Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing

Anaheim Convention Center – 800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802

Invite your friends and family to join us to celebrate your success!
Friday, November 20
Anaheim Convention Center
800 W Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92802

Register Now to Attend Commencement

Register now to attend Graduation Commencement. Click the link below to download or print the Commencement Registration form.
Bring the completed form with your registration fee to the campus before 3:00 pm on Friday, October 23, to participate.
All graduation requirements must be met prior to registration.

Commencement Registration Form

Registration Information

All eligible graduates must complete the registration form and bring it to the campus before 3:00 pm on Friday, October 23, to participate.

Click to complete and print out the online registration form.
Registration fee is $110 and includes Cap, Gown, college pin, diploma cover, and 4 tickets.
Registration fee for graduates with Perfect Attendance is $55 and includes Cap, Gown, college pin, diploma cover, and 4 tickets. Perfect Attendance must be verified and signed-off by your Campus Director.
Registration fee and tickets are non-refundable.
Acceptable payment methods include: Cash, Check, Money Order, and Debit/Credit card.

Commencement Participation Guidelines

Graduates in “Good Standing” are eligible to participate in the Commencement Ceremony. You are considered in good standing if you:

Complete all required hours (workshops, seminars, clinical, internship, computer classes).
Complete all classroom requirements and pass your senior final.
Vocational Nursing students must complete all makeup hours and pass their exit exam.
Surgical Technology students must complete the CST exam.
Pay tuition balance.

A Message from the President

To the Class of 2026 at Glendale Career College,

I want to be the first to congratulate you on completing your program and reaching your goals! Many set out to accomplish great things, but few put in the dedication and hard work it takes to make them happen.

As you prepare to walk across the graduation stage, you do so equipped to make a difference as health care providers—as trained professionals who can meet the needs of individuals in hospitals, clinics, dental practices, pharmacies and other medical facilities across the nation.

During your program, our staff and instructors invested in you, offering support, encouragement, and the wisdom that comes with past experience. Now it’s your turn to carry the torch they passed to you by investing in the lives of those around you. When you enter the World of Work, remember the care you received at Glendale Career College. Let it inspire you to offer your patients and co-workers the same level of care and respect every day.

And, remember, finishing your program does not mean you leave our family at Glendale Career College. Just the opposite! You are joining our tens of thousands of alumni who have gone on to raise the standard of excellence at health care organizations of all types.

I wish you the very best in all of your endeavors. Again, congratulations!

Warmly,

Mitchell Fuerst

Commencement Registration Form

Commencement Schedule and Details

There will be no tickets available at the door.

Location

Anaheim Convention Center
800 W Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92802

Date & Time

Friday, November 20 @ 2:00 PM
(Graduates should arrive at 12:00 PM)

General Information:

- - Commencement Ceremony begins at 2:00 p.m.
  - Auditorium doors will open and Guest Seating will begin at 12:30 p.m.
  - Auditorium doors will close 15 minutes before the ceremony begins (1:45 p.m. ) to clear the lobby and aisles to prepare for the academic procession (graduates and faculty marching in). The doors will reopen after the processional, national anthem and invocation (approximately 20-30 minutes).
  - Late arriving guests will be seated immediately following the invocation.
  - The ceremony will last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. When making lunch/dinner reservation, allow for ample time for photos with guests following the ceremony.
  - A ticket is required for entry for all guests (including children of all ages)
  - No balloons, tripods, strollers or bright camera lights permitted in the auditorium.
  - Aisles and front of stage must be kept clear at all times during the ceremony.

Commencement Day:

- - Graduate check-in begins at 12:00 p.m.
  - Graduates are encouraged to arrive by 12:00 p.m. to take advantage of photo and video opportunities.
  - Graduates are required to check-in between 12:00 – 12:30 PM
  - There will be a registration table for each campus.
  - Proceed directly to your campus’ registration table for further instructions.
  - Once you check in you will not be permitted to exit the building.
  - Please arrive already dressed in your cap and gown.
  - There will not be a secured area to leave personal belongings.
  - In order to participate in the graduation ceremony you must be dressed in your cap and gown.
  - Please wear professional/business attire, including shoes, under your gown. No jeans will be permitted.
  - All grads are encouraged to wear shoes that will enable them to safely and quickly walk up and down stairs.
  - All guest tickets must be purchased in advance. No additional tickets will be available at the event.

Ticket Information:

Due to high demand, there will NOT be extra tickets on sale at the event. All tickets must be purchased prior to the event date. This event will sell out.

- - Each graduate will receive four (4) guests tickets as part of their Graduation Registration package.
  - If additional tickets are available they will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis prior to the event. Contact your campus for further information.
  - Tickets are non-refundable.
  - All tickets must be paid for and picked up before 4:00 p.m. Thursday prior to Commencement.
  - Tickets will not be available for pick-up on the day of the event.

Spring Commencement Registration is Closed

Commencement Registration Form

Commencement Participation Guidelines

Graduates in “Good Standing” are eligible to participate in the Commencement Ceremony. You are considered in good standing if you:

- - Complete all required hours (Workshops/Seminars/Clinical/Internship/Computer Classes)
  - Complete all classroom requirements and pass your senior final.
  - Pay tuition balance.

Registration Information

All eligible graduates must complete the registration form and bring it to the campus before 3:00 pm on Friday, October 23 to participate.

- - Click to complete and print out the online registration form.
  - Registration fee is $110 and includes Cap, Gown, college pin, diploma cover, and 4 tickets.
  - Registration fee for graduates with Perfect Attendance is $55 and includes Cap, Gown, college pin, diploma cover, and 4 tickets. Perfect Attendance must be verified and signed-off by your Campus Director.
  - Registration fee is non-refundable.
  - Acceptable payment methods include: Cash, Check, Money Order, and Debit/Credit card.

Late Registration

Late registrants will be accepted based on availability (additional fees may apply).

- - Cap and Gown sizes cannot be guaranteed after registration deadline.
  - Guest tickets are subject to availability.

Cap, Gown & Ticket Pick Up

Join us for an our Cap & Gown Expo at the Glendale Career College campus as we get ready to celebrate your achievement! Graduates may pick up their caps, gowns and tickets at and learn other important details about the upcoming Commencement Ceremony.

Thursday, November 5
GCC Glendale 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Please contact the campus for more details.

Commencement Photography Information

Paul Switzer Photography

Paul Switzer Photography will be on-site taking photographs before and during the ceremony. Should you wish to have photographs taken with your family prior to check in, please arrive by 11:30 a.m.

If you wish to purchase photographs from the graduation ceremony, please download and complete the Photography Order Form and send it directly to Paul Switzer Photography.

Photo Order Form

For more information, contact Paul Switzer Photography directly at 818-545-7172, or visit them on the web at: www.switzer-photo.com.

Glendale Career College and North-West College are not responsible for organizing or assisting with the purchase of photographs.

Commencement Florist Information

Happy Rose Florist

Happy Rose flowers and Gifts will be on-site selling floral arrangements before and after the ceremony. If you wish to pre-order flowers for the graduation ceremony, please contact Happy Rose or visit their website.

For more information, please contact Happy Rose Florist directly: (626) 440-0903

Happy Rose Florist

As a reminder, no balloons are permitted in the auditorium.

North-West College and Glendale Career College are not responsible for organizing or assisting with the purchase of flowers or photographs at the event.

Directions and Parking

Anaheim Convention Center
800 W Katella Ave
Anaheim, CA 92802

Parking is $25 and must be paid by card. Anaheim Convention Center is a cashless venue.

Please allow adequate time for parking.

From the 5 south:

Directions to be provided here.

Parking

If you are staying at one of the Anaheim hotels, check with them regarding parking rates, and ask if they are within walking distance of the Anaheim Convention Center.