Graduation and Conferral Ceremony

Eligible graduands are required to complete the Degree Conferral Form and make the applicable payments by the announced deadlines.

Final extended payment deadline: Thursday, November 5, 2026.

Due to venue capacity restrictions, each graduand is permitted a maximum of two guests at the Graduation and Conferral Ceremony.

The College is unable to accommodate requests for additional guests beyond this allocation.

The guest limitation for the Ceremony does not apply to the Graduation Gala.

Collection of Academic Regalia

Academic regalia will be distributed as follows:

Monday, November 23, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, November 24, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Collection Location: East Wing, Room 205 (EW205), Cipriani College, Valsayn

Regalia will not be distributed outside the published collection periods.

Return of Academic Regalia

All academic regalia must be returned to the College on either:

• Tuesday, December 1, 2026, or
• Wednesday, December 2, 2026.

Return Location: East Wing, Room 205 (EW205)
Return Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

All regalia must be returned in the same condition and with all components as when it was issued.

Late Return

A late-return fee of TT$200 per calendar day shall apply from Thursday, December 3, 2026, for regalia not returned by the stipulated deadline, up to a maximum late-return fee of TT$1,000.

Final Deadline and Replacement Liability

All outstanding academic regalia must be returned no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, December 7, 2026.

Any items remaining unreturned after this deadline shall be treated as unreturned College property, and the graduand shall be liable for the applicable replacement cost.

Graduands are responsible for the proper care and timely return of all regalia issued to them.

Outstanding regalia obligations, including applicable late-return fees and replacement charges, must be settled before the official academic certificate can be released.

Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Time: 4:00 p.m.

Attendance is mandatory for all participating graduands, except persons who reside outside Trinidad.

The rehearsal will familiarise graduands with the academic procession, seating arrangements, stage presentation and other ceremony procedures.

All graduands participating in the Graduation and Conferral Ceremony are required to wear pure black attire underneath their academic regalia.

Graduands must adhere strictly to the College’s prescribed dress requirements to maintain the dignity and formality of the occasion.

Graduands who fail to comply with these requirements will not be permitted to participate in the academic procession or cross the stage during the Graduation and Conferral Ceremony.

Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Centre of Excellence, Macoya

The Graduation Gala provides an opportunity for graduands, their guests and members of the College community to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2026.

Gala tickets are available at TT$300 per person. Additional tickets may be purchased without restriction on the number of tickets per graduand.

Graduands who have completed their Gala payments may collect their tickets from the Office of the Registrar, Monday to Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Official academic certificates will be available for collection from Tuesday, December 1, 2026, subject to the College’s clearance requirements.

Collection Location: East Wing, Rooms 104 and 105 (EW104 and EW105), Cipriani College.

Certificates will be released by authorized Officers of the College.

Requirements for Certificate Collection

Graduates must:

• Obtain financial clearance.
• Present valid photo identification.
• Satisfy all applicable academic regalia obligations, including payment of any outstanding charges.

Collection by an Authorized Representative

Where a graduate is unable to collect their certificate personally, an authorized representative may collect it upon presentation of:

• A letter of authorization from the graduate.
• Valid photo identification of the person collecting the certificate.

Certificates will not be released where applicable clearance requirements remain outstanding.

Graduands residing outside Trinidad and Tobago who are unable to attend the ceremony will be provided with information concerning arrangements for the delivery of their official academic certificates.

Graduates will be required to provide their mailing addresses and comply with the College’s instructions concerning payment and delivery.

A delayed broadcast of the Graduation and Conferral Ceremony will also be made available.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will I know whether I am eligible to graduate?

The Office of the Registrar conducts degree audits to determine whether students have successfully completed their prescribed programme requirements. Students identified as eligible are notified by email from the Office of the Registrar. The official graduation list remains subject to the established institutional approval process.

Do I have to apply to graduate?

Students are identified through the College’s degree audit process. Those notified of their eligibility are required to complete the Degree Conferral Form by the prescribed deadline.

Can I graduate if I do not attend the ceremony?

Yes. Academic eligibility for graduation is separate from participation in the Graduation and Conferral Ceremony. Eligible graduates may obtain their official academic certificates without attending the ceremony, subject to the applicable clearance requirements.

Do I need financial clearance to graduate?

Financial clearance does not determine academic eligibility for graduation. However, it is required before the official academic certificate can be released.

What is the Degree Conferral Form?

The Degree Conferral Form enables the College to verify graduands’ names for their certificates and obtain information concerning their participation in the ceremony and related activities.

Can someone cross the stage on my behalf if I cannot attend?

No. Participation in the formal conferral proceedings is reserved for graduands who are present. Family members and other representatives are not permitted to cross the stage on behalf of absent graduands.

How many guests may I bring to the Graduation Ceremony?

Each graduand is permitted a maximum of two guests at the 2026 Graduation and Conferral Ceremony.

Can I purchase additional Gala tickets?

Yes. Additional Gala tickets are available at TT$300 per person. There is no limit on the number of tickets that may be purchased.

When and where should academic regalia be returned?

All regalia must be returned on December 1 or 2, 2026, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., at East Wing, Room 205.

What happens if I return my regalia late?

A fee of TT$200 per calendar day applies from December 3, 2026, up to a maximum late-return fee of TT$1,000.

All outstanding regalia must be returned by 4:00 p.m. on December 8, 2026. Items not returned by this deadline will be treated as unreturned College property, and the applicable replacement cost will be charged.

Can I collect my certificate if my regalia has not been returned?

No. All applicable regalia obligations, including late-return fees or replacement charges, must be settled before the official certificate can be released.

Where can I collect my official certificate?

Certificates will be issued from East Wing, Rooms 104 and 105, by authorized Officers of the College, from December 1, 2026, subject to the applicable clearance requirements.

Can someone collect my certificate on my behalf?

Yes. An authorized representative may collect the certificate upon presentation of a letter of authorization from the graduate and valid photo identification, provided all applicable clearance requirements have been satisfied.

Is the scroll presented during the ceremony my official certificate?

No. The scroll presented during the ceremony is ceremonial. Official academic certificates are issued separately.

What is the College’s academic honours classification?

The College recognises outstanding academic achievement through its Director’s Honours designation, subject to the prescribed criteria, including a qualifying GPA of 3.50 or higher.

What arrangements are available for graduates residing outside Trinidad and Tobago?

Regional graduates will be provided with information concerning the delivery of their official certificates. A courier fee of TT$500 applies to the Class of 2026.

Contact Information

For all inquiries concerning graduation eligibility, academic clearance, degree conferral, ceremony arrangements, academic regalia and official certificates, please contact:

Office of the Registrar
Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies
Email: registrar@cclcs.edu.tt

Students are encouraged to consult this webpage and official College communications regularly for updates concerning graduation arrangements.