Spring 2025 Graduation
Graduation Ceremony
SATURDAY, May 17th at 2:00 PM
(Online Graduates arrival: 1pm in Lobby for class picture & time to meet the faculty / PDX Graduates arrive: 1:30pm in Ivy Hall.)
Portland Bible College, Rocky Butte Sanctuary
9200 NE Fremont St. Portland, OR 97220
You can join us to watch the live graduation ceremony online here.
Travel Information
If you are looking for a place to stay click here to view hotels near our campus.
Graduation Petition
If you are expecting to graduate with your Associate or Bachelor degree, you must submit the Graduation Petition Form by January 15th of your graduating semester. A $125 graduation fee will be applied to the accounts of both live and online students. This fee includes the cost of one diploma and cover, regalia, and preparations for the graduation ceremony. This fee is charged if you are participating in person or receiving your degree through the mail. Each additional diploma requested on the Graduation Petition will add a $55 fee to your account.
If your semester balance is paid in full (including the Graduation Fee), you will receive your diploma at the ceremony. If you are not able to attend Graduation, and your balance is paid in full, you may pick up your diploma at the Registrar’s office. If you live out of town, contact the Registrar to have your diploma mailed to you.
Requirements for an Associate Degree
- All associate degrees require a minimum of 64 credits.
- Students must complete all the required courses for their emphasis
- A minimum of 32 credits must be taken live at Portland Bible College.
- The student must maintain a minimum 2.00 GPA (“C” average) for courses completed at Portland Bible College.
- No outstanding financial obligations.
Requirements for a Bachelor Degree
- All bachelor degrees require a minimum of 128 credits.
- Students must complete all the required courses for their emphasis.
- A minimum of 64 credits must be taken live at Portland Bible College.
- The student must maintain a minimum 2.00 GPA (“C” average) for courses completed at Portland Bible College.
- No outstanding financial obligations.
Graduation Honors and Awards
Full-time students who earn a grade point average of 3.50 or higher attain superior academic standing. Honors in the commencement program and for commencement ceremony purposes are computed on grades through the fall semester for spring graduation. Honors on the final record and transcript are based on all finalized grades received. All graduating seniors receive an Archer’s Arrow. A few graduating Seniors are selected for the Founders and Kevin Conner awards.
See here for a description and history of our Graduation Awards.