Get Ready to Graduate!
Saturday, June 27, 2026
De Anza College Campus
De Anza will hold its 59th annual commencement on Saturday, June 27, 2026, on the De Anza College campus, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, California.
Time: 9-10:30 a.m.
Date: Saturday, June 27
Place: De Anza College Stadium and Track
Parking: Free, in any open lot on the De Anza College campus
The stadium will open at 7 a.m. The ceremony will conclude at 10:30 a.m.
This page will be updated as information becomes available, so check back for for tips, details and announcements.
End-of-Year Celebrations
At the end of May and throughout June, many affinity groups, Learning Communities and other programs will be hosting special end-of-year celebrations for their graduating students, families and friends.
You'll find more information and a complete schedule of year-end events on the 2026 End-of-Year Events page.
Here's How to Get Ready, Plus Dates and Deadlines
Order Your Regalia
- By June 17: Order your student graduation pack — including cap, gown, tassel and diploma cover — or other regalia no later than Wednesday, June 17, to be sure items arrive in time for the big day. Visit the campus Bookstore in the RSS Building, or place your order online.
- If you are unable to afford a grad pack, you can borrow a cap and gown from the Office of Outreach on a first-come, first-served basis. Fill out this form, then collect the items from your selected pickup location. You do not need to wait for a response email. Please note, you will need to return the items in good condition by August 3 or a hold will be placed on your account, which may prevent you from accessing transcripts or your diploma.
Send Congrats
- Send digital Congrats Cards to your favorite grad, or the entire class of 2026 — any time, up until graduation day
Apply for Your Degree
If you're planning to graduate, you must apply for your degree by completing the online form. If you'd like some assistance with using Degree Works or determining your eligibility to graduate, your counselor can help.
- By June 15: File for your degree no later than Monday, June 15, if you want your name listed in the printed souvenir program.
- By June 26: There is no deadline to participate in the commencement ceremony, but you must apply for your degree by Friday, June 26, in order to have it awarded for spring quarter.
Send and View Digital Congrats Cards!
Friends, family and members of the college community can send congrats and best wishes to their favorite grad — or to the entire Class of 2026.
You can submit a photo of yourself or the grad you're congratulating, and we'll combine it with your message to create a digital card. (If you don't submit a photo, we'll use one of our special grad images.)
Click the "Send and View Congrats Cards" button to submit your congrats. Congrats cards will be displayed on a special section of this website, where everyone can enjoy them.
Guest Information
- Guests do not need tickets, and there is no limit to the number of guests graduates may invite. However, please note that seating is first-come, first-served, so please plan accordingly.
- Friends, family and supporters may send digital Congrats Cards to their favorite grad — or the entire class of 2026!
Disability-Related Accommodations
- Sign language interpreters will be present at the commencement celebration on June 27.
- For disability accommodations, please email Stacy Chapman at chapmanstacy@fhda.edu.
- For general questions, please email communications@deanza.edu.
Commencement Livestream
For family members or friends who can’t attend in person, the event will be livestreamed with captions, beginning at 9 a.m., on this page.
Faculty and Staff Information
Faculty, staff and administrators who plan to attend the graduation event should email Nathaly Aguilar for seating on stage or fill out the RSVP form for seating in the audience by Monday, June 22.
Note: Photographers Will Be Present
There will be photographers and videographers recording activities before, during and after the graduation ceremony. If you prefer not to have your image recorded or used by De Anza College in informational and promotional materials, please notify the photographer or videographer.