Graduation & Commencement Ceremony Information
Commencement Day Countdown
We can’t wait to celebrate you in June!
Graduation and Commencement
1. Complete Your Program Requirements – Ensure your academic record is complete and any incomplete grades are finalized before graduation.
Things to check for:
- You’re completing the final classes required for your degree, diploma or certificate. This is a great time to check if you can confer your credits earned so far into other certificates or professional credentials. You can reach out to our Student Services team or the Registrar’s Office with questions.
- Your credentials, degree or personal information is listed correctly. You may submit change of address here.
2. Verify Your Financial Status – Satisfy any outstanding financial obligations, that may be required, with the ACHS Business Office by calling 800-487-8839.
Financial Aid Students: Federal student loans require students to complete an online exit interview. For more details to ensure completion, please contact the Financial Aid Office by calling 800-487-8839.
If you are conferring credits for professional credentials prior to degree graduation, call to ensure that there are no outstanding balances that could delay the conferral process.
3. Submit Your Graduation Application – Complete the ACHS Graduation Application in its entirety. In order for each program to be posted to your student record, a graduation application is needed. Please submit your application for conferral before the following deadlines:
- If Summer is your last term: August
- If Fall is your last term: December
- If Spring is your last term: April
If you miss one of these deadlines, please reach out to the Registrar’s Office at [email protected] or 800-487-8839, and we’ll be happy to help!
4. Register for Commencement*: ACHS holds an annual commencement ceremony in person and virtually. In order to participate, you must indicate your participation by registering for the event. Visit the commencement ceremony information section below for all details related to the commencement ceremony.
5. Order Commencement Regalia*: Regalia must be purchased by students attending the commencement ceremony in person. CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR CEREMONY REGALIA
*Students who do not wish to participate in commencement may skip these steps.
ACHS 2025 Commencement Ceremony Information
REGISTER TODAY! American College of Healthcare Sciences is excited to announce our 2025 Commencement Ceremony will take place in person and broadcast live on Friday, June 13th, 2025 2pm – 5pm PT. Ceremony will take place at the World Forestry Center’s Miller Hall in Portland, Oregon.
Deadline to register for in-person attendance is May 1, 2025.
Pre-commencement Activities
ACHS Open House—Tour Campus with the ACHS Team!
When: Thursday, June 12th
Where: ACHS Campus – 5005 S. Macadam Ave, Portland OR
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
Start the Commencement festivities early! Join the ACHS team members for a tour of the campus and get a chance to meet other graduating students in person!
Light refreshments will be provided
Join ACHS Faculty for a Guided Botanical Walk!
When: Thursday, June 12th
Where: Mt. Tabor Park, Portland OR
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM PST
Graduates, students, and their friends and family are all warmly invited to attend an enchanting Botanical Walk at Mt. Tabor Park, where ACHS students, graduates, friends, and family can immerse themselves in the world of herbal medicine and aromatherapy. Led by Amanda Lattin, Dean of Aromatherapy, and Dr. Judith Thompson, Dean of Herbal Medicine, stroll through the lush gardens and uncover the secrets of botanicals and aromatherapy.
ACHS Lodging Partner
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown – 2080 S River Drive, Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 241-2775
Stay within walking distance of downtown Portland’s famous parks, museums and street markets. Other banner destinations like Oregon Health & Science University are within reach via the train stop located across the street from our hotel. Enjoy complimentary amenities, including Wi-Fi service and breakfast, as well as convenient essentials like our 24/7 market and fitness room. With our central location, Hyatt House Portland/Downtown offers the perfect home base to explore Portland and beyond.
All Hyatt reservations must be booked via link below using the code G-ACH4. Room must be booked no later than 5/1/25 at 4 p.m. PST to guarantee group price.