Illinois commencement
Columbia College hosts commencement ceremonies in the spring and fall on campus in Columbia, Missouri, and at locations nationwide.
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Contact
All Illinois Locations
Email: ilcommencement@CCIS.edu
Phone:
Student information
Photography
We will provide a professional photographer at the ceremony. Students will be photographed when presented with their diploma. Order forms will be sent to graduates in advance and will be available at the ceremony.
Caps and gowns
Graduates can order their caps and gowns through the Herff-Jones website. The venue will notify students when regalia is available for pick-up.
Announcements and rings
Visit the Herff-Jones website to place orders for printed announcements or rings. If you prefer generic announcements, email the bookstore at SM789@BNCollege.com or call (573) 875-7341.
Feeling overwhelmed? View the Main Campus, Evening and Master's checklist to help you prepare for graduation.
Guest information
Seating and special accommodations
Doors open one hour before the ceremony begins. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Contact your location to reserve handicap or wheelchair seating or to make other special accommodations. Advance reservation guarantees wheelchair seating, otherwise it is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ushers will be available to provide assistance.