Location
Harlingen Convention Center
701 Harlingen Heights Drive
Harlingen, TX 78552
TSTC in Harlingen: Summer 2026 Graduation
Description
TSTC is thrilled to invite you to your Summer 2026 Graduation Celebration — a high-energy event to recognize and applaud the incredible dedication and success of you and your classmates.
TSTC in Harlingen's Summer Graduation Ceremony will take place on Friday, August 28, 2026, at the Harlingen Convention Center in Harlingen, Texas.
Ceremony Time & Programs: The ceremonies are broken up by programs of study; find your program of study to determine which ceremony to attend. Graduates should arrive on-site at the Graduate Check-in time listed with their cap and gown.
4:30 p.m. - Biology, Biomedical Equipment, Business Management, Chemical Dependency Counseling, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Cybersecurity, Digital Media Design, Education & Training, Emergency Medical Services, Engineering, Health Information Technology, LVN to RN Transition Nursing, Mechatronics, Pre-Allied Health, Precision Machining, Surgical Technology, Vocational Nursing, Web Design & Development, Welding.
Graduate Check-in begins at 3 PM.
7:30 p.m. - Drafting & Design, Automation & Controls, Auto Collision & Management, Automotive, Aviation Maintenance, Building Construction, Electrical Lineworker, HVAC, Wind Energy.
Graduate Check-in begins at 6 PM.
We encourage guests to arrive at least 15 minutes early for seating.
Pick-up Tickets: Guests of graduates must have tickets. Graduates can pick up tickets, for their guests, at the TSTC Welcome Center.
Each graduate may have up to 6 tickets. Ticket pick-up will be available beginning:
Graduation Regalia: Students can purchase their black cap and gown at the TSTC Bookstore at the Student Center.
Additional graduation details can be found here!
Upcoming Dates And Times
- Aug 28, 20264:30 PM - 6:00 PM (9:30 PM - 11:00 PM UTC)Available spots
- Aug 28, 20267:30 PM - 9:00 PM (Aug 29, 12:30 AM - 2:00 AM UTC)Available spots
Questions & Answers
- How do I know which ceremony to attend?
The ceremonies are broken up by programs of study; find your program of study to determine which ceremony to attend. Graduates should arrive on-site at the Graduate Check-in time listed with their cap and gown.
4:30 p.m. - Biology, Biomedical Equipment, Business Management, Chemical Dependency Counseling, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Cybersecurity, Digital Media Design, Education & Training, Emergency Medical Services, Engineering, Health Information Technology, LVN to RN Transition Nursing, Mechatronics, Pre-Allied Health, Precision Machining, Surgical Technology, Vocational Nursing, Web Design & Development, Welding.
Graduate Check-in begins at 3 PM.
7:30 p.m. : Drafting & Design, Automation & Controls, Auto Collision & Management, Automotive, Aviation Maintenance, Building Construction, Electrical Lineworker, HVAC, Wind Energy.
Graduate Check-in begins at 6 PM.
- Where can I get my cap and gown?
Graduating students need to wear a black cap and gown for the ceremony. Students are more than welcome to purchase them at our TSTC bookstore on campus at the Student Center.
- Do my guests need tickets?
Yes! Each graduate may receive up to 6 tickets. Graduates can pick up tickets for their guests at Operation Graduation. Tickets are free of charge.
- How can I request accommodations?
We want everyone to be comfortable.
- To request disability accommodations for you, please contact the Access and Learning Accommodations Office at adarequest@tstc.edu at least one week before your Graduation Celebration.
- Accessible parking is available at all locations on a first-come, first-served basis.
