The Lancaster Commencement ceremony originally planned for May 8 will take place Saturday, September 26, 2020.* New dates for the Washington DC and Philadelphia Commencements are pending.
*This rescheduled date is assuming that we will be open and in compliance with the state’s regulations of social distancing.
Congratulations On Being Ready to Graduate!
Whether you are a student in Lancaster, Washington DC, Philadelphia or another LBC | Capital location, this page will help you get started in planning your graduation celebration with your family and friends. Please follow the steps below to make sure all the details are covered in order for you to graduate.
After looking over the graduation information, if you have any questions about the graduation process, commencement ceremony, tickets or related events please use this link to contact us.
STEP 1: Checklist to Ensure You are Ready to Graduate
- Check with my adviser to confirm I have met all academic requirements.
- Complete the Application for Graduation.
- If you have received federal student loans, please complete Exit Loan Counseling at studentaid.gov or contact the Financial Aid Office for a personalized interview.
- Confirm with the LBC Solution Center that all financial obligations are met.
- Confirm with the Solution Center that all holds on my account are removed.
- Traditional Undergraduate Students Only – Schedule Graduation Exit Interview following instructions given in memo you will receive in your Stop.
*Applications are now being accepted for the 2019-20 academic year.
Graduation Cycles & Ceremony Locations
The graduation cycles for all locations occur every December, Spring|May, and August. Students are encouraged to participate in the ceremony at the location where their studies have been based on the date coinciding with or following their academic completion. Consult the listing below for schedules and details. If you have any questions about which ceremony location or date to attend, please contact the Registrar’s Office.
STEP 2: Find Your Graduation Location Below. Click on the link to access all the specific graduation and commencement information and instruction for that location.
December Graduation Info - Lancaster
Commencement Ceremony:
Friday, December 18 at 1:45 pm
Available Services:
May Graduation Info - Lancaster
Commencement Ceremony:
NEW DATE
Saturday, September 26, 2020 at 11 a.m.
A Drive-Thru Ceremony
Will be held rain or shine.
Graduation Info – Washington DC
Commencement Ceremony:
POSTPONED TBD
Saturday, May 9, 2020 at 10 am
Available Services:
Graduation Info – Philadelphia
Commencement Ceremony:
POSTPONED TBD
Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 10 am
Available Services:
Uganda Graduation Info
Commencement Ceremony:
POSTPONED until May 2021
Saturday, May 23, 2020 at 10 am