Commencement: Graduates

Start Here: Intent to Graduate Form – Submission Due March 13

For our planning purposes, students who graduate Fall, Spring, or Summer of the current academic year must complete the Commencement Form (Intent to Graduate) by March 13, even if you do not intend to participate in the ceremony. The form is available in the Student Portal. Your timely response is appreciated.

Graduate Portraits – Click to Schedule

Crystal Worley of Crystal Worley Photography will take professional headshot portraits for the 2026 JD graduate class composite at no charge.

We request that all Juris Doctor graduates have their photo taken at this time to be included in the 2025-2026 class photo. Those not present will be listed as “photo not available.”

Graduate students from all degree programs are encouraged to participate as the sitting session is free to the graduating class. The sitting session is a $350 value. Images may be purchased for digital download for $30 per image. These images may be used for business cards, LinkedIn, social media, or job applications.

Your images will be placed in your own private online gallery. Print packages will be also available for purchase.

Please be dressed and ready when arriving for your scheduled session.

Professional attire is required.

• • • Men: Dark color suit jacket (black, charcoal, grey), tie, clean collared shirt (white or light color).
    • Women: Dark color suit jacket or blazer (black, charcoal, grey), professional modest shirt, classic jewelry. In addition, professional style hair and make-up are recommended.
    • Cap and gown will be provided for those interested in additional photos.

Regalia, Announcements, Class Rings, and Diploma Frames

The deadline for Regalia has passed and it is no longer possible to purchase Regalia for Commencement 2026.

Regalia, Announcements, class rings, diploma frames, and other items are available for you to purchase through Jostens.

The cost for the JD cap, gown, and hood is $167.60, plus tax and shipping. The MLS cap, gown, and hood is $70.70, plus tax and shipping. You will be billed for your Regalia directly through Jostens.

1. Visit the TLS page at Jostens.com

2. SELECT THE “DOCTORATE” or “MASTERS” option to match your degree type.

3. When you place your order, you must provide your home address, P.O. BOX addresses will NOT be accepted.

You can also order by Calling: 1-800-854-7464

Press 3 for college

Press 3 for cap and gown

Press 2 for ‘other questions’

**CHECK YOUR REGALIA WHEN YOU RECEIVE IT, THIS WILL AVOID ANY LAST MINUTE PANIC**

If ordering a diploma frame, you will be asked for the size of the diploma. All diplomas measure 11″ x 14″.

Juris Doctor Luncheon – RSVP Due April 11

Master of Legal Studies Dinner Reception – RSVP Due April 11

Commencement Rehearsal

Fullerton Free Church – Worship Center
2801 Brea Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835

Friday, May 15, 2026
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Rehearsal is a required, graduate-only function that provides the opportunity to spend time with your classmates while also preparing you for the Commencement ceremony. If you are receiving a cord for participation in a student group, your cord will be given to you at rehearsal.

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Ceremony Attire

Professional attire is required for Commencement. We recommend dark slacks and dark shoes for males and dark, comfortable heels for women. Please consider the length and color of your gown when selecting your attire, and keep in mind that you will be walking onto, across, and down a platform for your hooding and degree presentation.

Additionally, take the time to remove the wrinkles from your gown. Jostens recommends removing your gown from the packaging and hanging it up as soon as you receive it. You may also press it with a cool/low iron or hang it in a steamy room to gently remove wrinkles. Do not use a hot iron or put it in the dryer.

Ceremony Details

The ceremony will begin in the Worship Center promptly at 10:00 AM (Arrive by 8:45 AM).

Your photo will be taken by Crystal Worley Photography, our professional photographer, as you cross the stage for your hooding and also for your degree presentation, in addition to many photos taken throughout the Commencement. These professional-quality photos will be made available for you to download at no cost.

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Juris Doctor (JD) students may receive honor cords for the following:

• • Law Review — Gold cord
  • Moot Court — Red cord
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution — Lilac cord
  • International Human Rights Program (students who traveled to Cambodia or Europe with TLS) — Green and White cord

Trinity Law School grants honors to Master of Legal Studies (MLS) graduates based on cumulative GPA.

• • Summa Cum Laude (cumulative GPA of 3.90 and higher) — Blue and White cord
  • Magna Cum Laude (cumulative GPA of 3.80–3.89) — Blue cord
  • Cum Laude (cumulative GPA of 3.50–3.79) — White cord

Address:
2801 Brea Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92835

From the 57 Freeway, take the Imperial Highway exit and go west. Turn left (south) on Brea Boulevard.

The Main Campus is located on the right after crossing Rolling Hills Drive. You will see a sign for Fullerton Free Church near the main entrance.

Parking at Fullerton Free Church is free. When you arrive, please park in the parking structure on the south side of the Main Campus, or in the handicapped spots near the Worship Center entrance.

Children are welcome to attend and support Graduates’ accomplishments.  Please note that we are not providing any separate child care.

Read more about this year’s Commencement Speaker here.

We have compiled a list of resources for those traveling from out of town. Please see the Guests Page.

The TLS Alumni Association exists to connect graduates with opportunities for professional and personal development. You can connect with fellow graduates on social media:

LinkedIn – Trinity Law School Alumni Association

Facebook

JD Alumni – https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinitylawalumni.jd

MLS Alumni – https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinitylawalumni.mls

Contact the TLS Commencement Team by email at [email protected] or call 714-796-7140