Q: Where do I order my cap and gown?
The graduating student fee that is charged to each student covers the cost of the cap, gown, and hood (among other things), so these items will be ordered for you. Your regalia is ordered based on the height information you provided and your major, with your major determining your hood color.
Q: If I’m a double major, how do I know what major I will be graduating with?
Students with more than one major will be walking with the primary (first) major listed on the graduation application, and that determines the hood color that was ordered. If Graduates filled out the supplemental questions for the application indicating that they wanted to walk with their second major, then that has been noted and that is the hood color that will be ordered. Graduates will be emailed again in early March and given the chance to swap which major they want to walk with by informing the Registrar’s Office.
Q: When and where do I go to pick up my cap and gown (and guest tickets)?
Your cap and gown can be picked up on Wednesday, May 8 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. or Thursday, May 9 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m in O'Connell Hall. Baccalaureate Mass guest tickets (two per graduate attending Mass) can be picked up from the Campus Ministry offices during this same time. The 8 tickets for the ceremony will be distributed electronically.
Q: When and where is graduation rehearsal and do I have to attend?
All graduates must attend the graduation rehearsal on Friday, May 10 at 1:00 p.m., PE Center. You will learn important details about graduation day, and rehearsal will lead into the President's Toast to the Class of 2024, which will be held at 2:30 p.m.
Q: When and where will graduation be held and what time do I have to arrive?
Commencement will start at 1:00 p.m., PE Center on Saturday, May 11. You will need to arrive no later than 12:30 p.m. and assemble in the HAC. Check the Health and Safety Protocols section for the inclement weather plan.
Q: When and where will the Baccalaureate Mass be held and what time do I have to arrive?
Baccalaureate Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. at the Cathedral of Saint Helena on Saturday, May 11. You will need to arrive no later than 9:00 a.m. and assemble on the lawn outside the Cathedral. Check the Health & Safety Protocols section for the inclement weather plan.
Q: How many guests can I bring to graduation?
There will be 8 guests allowed per graduate for the indoor ceremony. P.E. Center doors will open for seating at 12:00 p.m. Graduates will assemble by 12:30 p.m. in the HAC. A live stream option will be available.
Q: How many guests can I bring to Baccalaureate?
Due to limited capacity in the Cathedral, graduates attending the Baccalaureate Mass will be allowed up to two guests in person; guest tickets can be picked up from the Campus Ministry offices during the same time as cap and gown pick-up. A live stream option will be available for additional family members and guests.
Q: What if one of my guests has special seating needs?
The first row of seating in the PE Center across the entire front of the stands will be designated as Accessible Seating as well as seating on the floor at the back of the sections and will be available on a first come, first served basis.
Q: Who is the Commencement speaker this year?
The Commencement ceremonies will focus on the graduating students, the families who have supported them, and the Carroll community. The ceremony will include a faculty address and a student speaker from the graduating class.
Q: Will there be class toasts?
The President's Toast to the Class of 2024 will be held immediately after rehearsal on Friday, May 10 - the toast will begin at 2:30 p.m.
Q: What does the $160 graduation fee cover?
The fee that is charged to all graduating students covers the cost of the diplomas, the diploma covers distributed at the graduation ceremony, the class bricks, the academic regalia (cap, gown, hood), various senior student and graduation event costs, and various administrative costs. All graduating students are charged the full graduation fee, even if they do not plan to participate in the May ceremony (though we hope everyone will!).
Q: Where can I purchase graduation announcements?
Standard graduation announcements can be ordered at the Carroll Saints Shoppe (bookstore). For personalized graduation announcements, visit www.jostens.com to place your order.
Q: Where can I get graduation pictures?
Helena Photography will only be taking a class photograph at Baccalaureate. Kevin Hudson, the owner, will be sending information to graduates and their families about how to order those pictures. He can also be contacted via www.helenaphotography.com or (406) 443-1966.
Q: Where can I direct my out-of-town guests to for lodging needs?
For out-of-town guests, please refer them to www.visitmt.com. We recommend booking a place as soon as possible.
Q: What if I have more questions?
The Registrar’s Office can field your questions – please stop by our office in O’Connell Hall, call us at (406) 447-5435, or email us at registraroffice@carroll.edu.
