Commencement
Commencement is a day of celebration at Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC), not only for our students, but for our entire campus. The President of Pittsburgh Technical College, Board of Trustees, Faculty, Staff, and Administration watch with pride as our students graduate and go on to succeed in their chosen careers.
Graduating students, their families, and friends, are invited to attend the June 2024 Commencement Ceremony where we will recognize the academic achievements of the September 2023, December 2023, April 2024, and June 2024 candidates at PTC’s campus.
Saturday, June 22, 2024 | 10:00 AM | Pittsburgh Technical College Campus
Held Outdoors Rain or Shine
Pittsburgh Technical College Commencement Severe Weather Protocol
Every reasonable effort will be made to hold commencement as planned, rain or shine, in the outdoor area near the Energy Technology Building.
In the event of severe weather (including lightning or severe wind gusts), the start of the ceremony may be delayed. If the weather clears and it is determined that it is safe for the ceremony to begin, commencement will take place in the same area. If after the delay, there is no change to the severe weather forecast, the ceremony may be cancelled and rescheduled the following day, Sunday, June 23, 2024, 10:00am start at the same location.
A weather delay or cancellation will be broadcast via text and/or email using PTC’s Emergency Alert system, publicized on our website: https://ptcollege.edu/alerts/
Graduates and their guests should consult these sources before traveling to campus.
If the ceremony is underway and is interrupted by severe weather, graduates and guests must follow instructions as announced.
Commencement Livestream
Event Details
Let’s Get Started
8:00 AM, Doors open, and students may check-in at the level 4 entrance.
9:15 AM, Candidates line up for the procession, inside the main academic building.
10:00 AM, Procession begins.
RSVP by May 1, 2024 – Required by All Graduates
Complete the Graduation RSVP: Graduates will be required to complete this form to confirm attendance at graduation. This form will also be emailed to each graduate.
Commencement Attire
All candidates are required to wear a cap and gown. Purchase your cap and gown from Oak Hall Cap and Gown beginning February 1, 2024 by completing and submitting this form: https://ptcollege.shopoakhalli.com/
Orders placed by March 31, 2024 will be available for pickup at the PTC bookstore beginning May 9, 2024 and shipping is FREE! Ordering Deadline for FREE shipping to bookstore is March 31, 2024.
Orders placed after March 31, 2024 will be shipped to an address of your choice and incur a shipping charge. Ordering Deadline for all regalia is May 26, 2024.
No caps or gowns will be available for purchase the day of Commencement.
All graduates are advised to wear lightweight clothing beneath their gowns and to wear comfortable footwear appropriate for the ceremony. Graduates are strongly advised to wear low-heeled shoes suitable for distance walking. Athletic shoes and jeans are not considered appropriate.
Gowns should be worn wrinkle-free. The cap is worn level and straight with the tassel on the right.
Graduates will be notified via an email if they have earned an Honor cord which can be purchased in the campus bookstore. Red, white, and blue Veteran cords are complimentary for those who serve or/have served in the military.
All Guests Are Welcome, no limit to the number of guests that can attend.
Upon arrival: Graduates proceed to the check in tables; Guests will be directed to seating areas.
Guests should remain in their seats until the entire recessional has exited. Guests may then join the graduates. An outdoor reception with light refreshments will immediately follow.
Stop by the PTC bookstore, open from 7:45 AM to 12:30 PM, for all your PTC apparel.
Admissions
Visit the Admissions table to learn more about PTC’s Bachelor’s programs or schedule a campus tour today!
Diplomas
Diplomas will be mailed to your permanent address approximately four-six weeks following your graduation date as long as all academic requirements and financial obligations are fulfilled. Diplomas are not distributed at Commencement.
Parking
Parking will be available at PTC’s campus with accessible parking for those vehicles displaying a current disability placard or license plate.
Questions
Please contact Christine Ioli, Alumni and Donor Relations Coordinator at ioli.christine@ptcollege.edu
Where to stay close by
These hotels welcome PTC guests and offer special rates. Be sure to say you’re visiting PTC and ask for the PTC rate for parents and guests when making reservations.