Graduation applications must be completed by any student wishing to receive a degree or certificate in May 2026. An application must be completed for each degree/certificate/letter of recognition that the student intends to earn.
Commencement Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Application Deadline: March 27, 2026
Late Application Period: March 28 - April 17, 2026 (A $100 late fee will apply during this time.)
No late applications will be accepted after April 17, 2026.
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Location: Bob Kirk Arena (Gymnasium), Allegany College of Maryland
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Bedford Campus ceremony will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Specific details will be sent to applicants who opt to attend that ceremony.
Nurse Pinning Information
Nursing Pinning Ceremony information will come directly from the Nursing Department.
A student must:
No student may graduate with an incomplete grade(s).
It is strongly recommended that students utilize Self-Service and run a program evaluation and/or meet with an academic advisor to review program requirements for completion.
All students are expected to complete an application for graduation, regardless of participation in the commencement ceremony. All students are expected to complete a separate application for each degree or certificate.
Students that attended other colleges or universities and wish to transfer credit must have official transcript(s) sent to ACM’s Admissions Office.
| When to apply(no fee) | Late Applications accepted($100 late fee) | No applications accepted after: | |
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| Spring 2026 | January 19 - March 27 | March 28 - April 17 | April 17 |
Information regarding graduation eligibility will be emailed to your ACM student email account.
Allegany College of Maryland is committed to providing access to people with disabilities. Please contact Academic Access Disability Resources Office at (301)784-5234 or e-mail adr@allegany.edu to request any special accommodation required for you or your guests to attend the graduation ceremony. Please note that the College does not provide wheelchairs, scooters, or other mobility devices; however, we can reserve special seating areas for guests and visitors with mobility impairments who bring their own mobility devices. Requests for an interpreter for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing need to be received at least two weeks before the graduation ceremony.
Members of Phi Theta Kappa should contact advisor Melody Gaschler for regalia.
Graduates with cumulative GPAs as follows will be recognized at the commencement ceremony:
Caps and gowns information will be sent to applicants via email.
Diplomas are not available prior to the commencement ceremony. Digital diploma's will be emailed to eligible students. Hard copies of the diploma will be shipped directly to the student via Parchment.
All financial obligations must be met before diplomas are released. Contact the Business Office and Financial Aid Office to ensure all requirements are complete.
Transcripts with graduation credentials (graduation date and honors status) will be posted by end of business on May 22, 2026.
If you need your degree information on your transcript, request that the transcript be held until graduation credentials are posted.
If you have any other questions, feel free to contact Beth Nightengale via email at
bnightengale@allegany.edu or by phone at 301-784-5209.
