Important Things to Know About the Grduation Petition
Upcoming Deadlines
| Semester of Completion | Graduation Petition Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall 2024 | September 26, 2024 |
| Spring 2025 | December 5, 2024 |
| Summer 2025 | June 5, 2025 |
- Please Note: Students who graduated during the Summer 2024 and/or Fall 2024 Semester are eligible to participate in the 2025 Commencement Ceremony. Prospective Spring 2025 candidates are also invited to participate provided that the candidate is enrolled in the remaining courses required to graduate during the Spring 2025 semester. A commencement information packet will be mailed or emailed to all eligible graduates and candidates in early May.
- Duplicate Diploma Requests are currently unavailable. Requests will be available at a later date.
Steps to Submit Your Graduation Petition
Please review the following for more information regarding the Graduation Petition process:
Schedule an appointment with the Counseling Department online or by phone at 831-755-6820.
- It is highly recommended that students schedule an appointment with the Counseling Department at least one semester prior to a student's intended completion date.
Counselors will review course requirements related to the proposed program and/or major with the student during a scheduled appointment. If courses from other institutions are required for graduation, official transcripts must be on file with the Admissions and Records Office.
All official transcripts must be submitted to the Admissions and Records Office prior to submitting a Graduation Petition. Examples include: Official High School Transcripts, Official Transcripts from other institutions, and Advanced Placement Scores.
Sealed Official Transcripts can be submitted to the following address:
Hartnell College
Admissions and Records
411 Central Ave.
Salinas, CA 93901
Electronic Official Transcripts
Electronic Official Transcripts that require an email can be sent to: etran@hartnell.edu
Submit a Petition for Associate Degree and/or Certificate of Achievement to the Admissions and Records Office by the deadlines listed below. Official Transcripts may be submitted with Graduation Petitions if required.