Graduation Information

We are pleased to announce RCC’s 51st Commencement for the Class of 2023

Essex High School Auditorium
833 High School Drive
Tappahannock, VA 22560

51st Commencement for the Class of 2023

May 11 at 5 pm and 7:30 pm

Each graduate will receive 1 vehicle pass and 4 tickets* for family and friends.

Health Science Commencement
(Nursing, Practical Nursing, Paramedic)
May 10 at 6 pm

Spring 2023 Graduation Application Deadline – March 29

If you plan to graduate with an Associate degree, Career Studies Certificate, or Certificate program in May, you must submit an application to graduate. The deadline to submit your application is March 29 at 11:59 pm. If you have questions, email graduation@rappahannock.edu.

To apply to graduate follow the steps in your student portal through myRCC. Click here for instructions.
Deadline to apply for graduation is March 29.

After you’ve applied to graduate, you need to register for the Commencement ceremony you wish to attend. Access your student email to fill out the Eventbrite invitation Tickets and parking passes are required to attend the ceremony.

Students are required to wear a black gown and cap for the ceremony. Health Science graduates are required to wear their white robes and black cap. You can order here. 

• Arrival time for the 5 pm ceremony is 4 pm. Arrival time for 7:30 pm ceremony is 6:30 pm.
• Arrival time for the Health Science ceremony at 6 pm is 4:30 pm. 
• A “live stream” will be available for the event.
• If you have any additional questions, please email graduation@rappahannock.edu and your question(s) will be answered within 48 hours.
• Yours Truly Photographer will be taking photos for purchase.

Congratulations! It’s time to celebrate your hard work and determination with the support of your family, friends, faculty, mentors, and classmates!