Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions for Student Records
Frequently Asked Questions For Records
Q. Where do I purchase graduation merchandise (i.e. cap, gown, etc.)?
Q. What do I need to know if I plan to take courses at another college and apply them toward my CVCC degree?
A. The college must be a regionally accredited institution. Courses taken must equate to the CVCC courses required for your program of study (major). Grades earned must be a "C-minus" or higher. An official transcript must be submitted to Student Records for evaluation.
Q. What steps do I need to take to apply for graduation?
A. To apply for graduation, follow the steps below:
- Visit your MyCVCC Portal Account.
- On the Main Page, click "Self-Service Menu" > "Self-Service Homepage" > "Graduation Application".
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Click "Graduation Overview".
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Choose Program: You will find a list of your current, active programs. Click on "Apply" for the program you want to graduate from.
- Graduation Term/Semester: From the drop-down list, select the term or semester in which you will be graduating from.
- Shipping Address: Choose where you want your diploma to be sent. The address that CVCC has on file will be listed. You may choose that address or enter a different address.
- Graduation Fee: Proceed to payment for graduation. You will recieve an email to your CVCC student account confirming that your payment and application were successfully received
- Graduation Email Confirmation: The confirmation email you receive will include additional important information.
- Further Questions? Email graduation@cvcc.edu
Q. When will I receive my printed diploma?
A. Digital diplomas will be sent via Parchment within 1-2 weeks after the end of the term. Please check your CVCC student email account for the link to your digital diploma as well as to track information regarding your printed diploma. Printed diplomas are typically mailed by Parchment 1-2 weeks after you receive access to the digital diploma.
Q. What are full commencement privileges?
A. Full commencement privileges include: name printed in commencement bulletin and review of graduation requirements to ensure timely posting of degree and credentials to your academic transcript. Full privileges will be awarded to individuals who submit their graduation application by the priority deadline date.
Q. After I have graduated, what do I need to do to take additional courses?
A. Congratulations on your graduation from CVCC! If you would like to take additional courses, please email admissions@cvcc.edu or meet with one of our Enrollment Managers to declare a new program of study.
Q. What transcript request option should I use if I need my transcript "held for grades" or "held for degree posted"?
Q. How can I drop a class?
A. Please email admissions@cvcc.edu to drop a class.
Contact Information
Registrar
Student Services - Records
Email:
Kelly Plumley
Phone: 828-327-7000
x4395
Office Number: SS 811