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TCAT Nashville Graduation Ceremony

For 2024 Summer, 2024 Fall and 2025 Spring Graduates

Date and Time: 05/12/2025 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Location: Grand Ole Opry, 2804 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN 37214

We are delighted to invite you to the TCAT Nashville Graduation Ceremony, which will be held on May 12, 2025, at 7:00 pm. The ceremony will take place at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, and we look forward to commemorating this significant milestone with you, your family, and your friends.

TCAT Nashville Graduation Ceremony information (where/time/register):

Graduation Date:  Monday, May 12, 2025 at 7:00 pm

Where:  Grand Ole Opry, 2804 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN  37214

Rehearsal Time:  Monday, May 12, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Registration: If you plan to walk across the stage during the graduation ceremony, please complete the Intent to Graduate form by April 1st, 2025.

https://engage.tbr.edu/register/tnshgraduation2025

Cap & Gown:  You must order your cap and gown by April 15, 2025. Order here à Cap and Gown Order

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1383753/Tennessee-College-of...

Graduation May 2025 FAQ

1. I forgot to order my cap and gown for graduation?

No worries. You can order your cap, gown, and tassel for graduation from Amazon. You will need a BLACK cap and gown. Our school tassel is a red, white, and blue mix, but you are allowed to wear any color tassel. 

2. When is the graduation rehearsal?

The graduation rehearsal will occur on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 5:00 pm. Graduation
will follow immediately after. Please enter through the front door of Grand Ole Opry.

3. Where do I park? Where does my family park?

Guests attending graduation at the Grand Ole Opry can park for free at Opry Mills. The closest parking is located by Dave & Buster's.

4. Is there an entry fee for graduates or guests?
No, there is no entry fee for graduates or guests to attend the graduation ceremony.

5. Is there a limit on the number of guests I can invite?
No, there is no limit on the number of guests you can invite to the graduation ceremony.      
All are welcome to celebrate your achievement.

6.  When do the doors open for the guests to enter the graduation ceremony?
The doors open at 6:30 pm for the graduation ceremony.

7. Are there any restrictions on items I can bring to the ceremony?
Yes, please note that balloons, large signs, and air horns are not permitted inside the
venue.

8. Am I allowed to decorate my graduation cap?
Yes, cap decorations are permitted for the graduation ceremony. However, decorations
should not impede the wearability of the cap.

9. Will there be concessions available at the graduation ceremony?
Yes, concessions will be available during the graduation ceremony for your convenience.