2023 Commencement Ceremony
The MiraCosta College 2023 Commencement Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 26, 2023 at 5pm at the Oceanside Campus at the Track & Field.
Graduates will receive an email notification with a link to RSVP for the Commencement Ceremony. These notifications will be sent out periodically beginning in March after the graduation petition has been verified by Admissions & Records.
Faculty, staff, and students who would like to volunteer for the 2023 Commencement Ceremony must fill out the Volunteer Sign-Up Form.
GradFest 2023
Graduates, don't miss out on this fun event. Purchase your cap, gown, and other regalia, decorate your cap, enjoy music and a photo booth! There will also be free food. Graduates do not need to RSVP to GradFest.
San Elijo Campus
Quad | Wednesday, April 12th | 10am-2pm | Event page
Oceanside Campus
Fountain | Thursday, April 13th | 10am-2pm | Event page
Oceanside Campus
Fountain | Friday, April 14th | 3:00-5:00pm | Event page
Cap and Gown Fund
The MiraCosta College Cap & Gown Fund was created to provide an equitable opportunity for graduating students to participate in commencement events. All graduates are eligible to apply and priority will be given to students who have been identified as disproportionately impacted according to the MiraCosta College Student Equity Plan.

- Donate to the Cap and Gown Commencement Fund
- Submit your Cap & Gown Application on Spartan Experience
Purchase Your Cap & Gown
Purchase your cap and gown, and other regalia here. The last day to order your cap and gown online will be updated soon. Purchases will be available for shipping or in-store pickup at the MiraCosta College Bookstore.
Pre-Order Flowers
Flower bouquet and leis are available for pre-order. You are strongly encouraged to use the online pre-order service to order flower bouqets and leis. All online orders will be available for pickup on site the day of the Commencement ceremony. Flowers and other commemorative items will also be available for purchase on the day of the event at the guest entrances.
2023 Commencement Map
Do you have questions?
See our Frequently Asked Questions page or contact the Commencement Hotline at 760.757.2121 x8976 or Student Life & Leadership via email at graduation@miracosta.edu.