Overview

As a college under Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna (MMCL), MMDC participates in the shared commencement traditions leading up to the August 20, 2026 Commencement Exercises, including the Baccalaureate Mass, Graduation Rehearsal, and Toga Distribution.

Recognizing that MMDC graduates come from different parts of the Philippines and abroad, MMDC has introduced flexible arrangements for these pre-commencement activities to better support our online learner community while ensuring that all graduates are fully prepared for Commencement Day.

What You Need to Do

After going through the information provided below, please accomplish the Baccalaureate & Toga Arrangements Form on or before August 3, 2026 to confirm your preferred arrangements.

Baccalaureate & Toga Arrangements Form.

https://forms.gle/8w7oMkVfj5AR7urc6

Through the form, you will be asked to:

• Confirm whether you will attend the Baccalaureate Mass
• Confirm whether you will attend the Graduation Rehearsal
• Select where you will claim your graduation toga
• Provide your height (in inches) for toga preparation

Important: Attendance at the Baccalaureate Mass and Graduation Rehearsal is optional for MMDC graduates. 

Baccalaureate Mass

The Baccalaureate Mass is a thanksgiving celebration held before the Commencement Exercises. Participation is optional for MMDC graduates.

Schedule

Guidelines

• Graduates who wish to attend should indicate their attendance through the Baccalaureate & Toga Arrangements Form (see link above).
• Due to venue capacity, each graduate may bring one (1) guest.
• Graduates and guests are encouraged to wear Sunday's best or smart semi-formal attire.
• Those who wish may bring cash or in-kind Mass offerings.

Graduation Rehearsal

The Graduation Rehearsal familiarizes graduates with the ceremony flow.

Unlike the standard MMCL commencement process, attendance at the rehearsal is optional for MMDC graduates.

Schedule

Guidelines

• Graduates who are unable to attend will be assisted by designated MMDC ushers during the Commencement Exercises.
• Ushers will guide graduates through registration, assembly, the processional, seating arrangements, and stage procedures.

Toga Distribution

MMDC graduates may choose the toga distribution option that best fits their travel plans and availability.

Please indicate your preferred claiming option through the Baccalaureate & Toga Arrangements Form.

Option 1 – August 14 at MMCL

Option 2 – August 20 at PICC

The exact toga distribution location at the PICC will be announced through your MMDC Learner Email.

Important Reminders

• Claim your toga only through your selected claiming option.
• While the graduation toga rental is already included in the Graduation Fee, the toga supplier requires a refundable toga deposit of ₱1,000.00 upon claiming your toga. The deposit will be refunded in full once the toga is returned within the prescribed return period.
• Graduates claiming their toga at the PICC should allow sufficient time to change before assembly.
• All graduates must already be wearing their toga and be ready for assembly by 1:00 PM.
• The graduation processional begins promptly at 2:00 PM. Late arrivals may no longer be accommodated in the processional.

Toga Size

Your toga will be prepared based on the height you provide.

Guidelines

Please indicate your height (in inches) when completing the Baccalaureate & Toga Arrangements Form.

Providing your correct height helps ensure that the appropriate toga size is prepared for you before Commencement Day.

Returning Your Toga

Graduates may return their toga immediately after the Commencement Exercises or beginning the following day at Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna.

Return Options

Option 1

Immediately after the Commencement Exercises at the PICC.

Option 2

Beginning August 21, 2026 at Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna, Cabuyao, Laguna

Important Reminders

• The graduation toga is issued with a refundable toga deposit.
• The refundable deposit will be returned upon the timely return of the toga.
• A late return fee of ₱150.00 per day (including Saturdays and Sundays) will apply beyond the prescribed return period.

• DATE RETURNED	PENALTY FEE
  August 21, 2026	No Penalty Fee
  August 24, 2026	₱ 150.00
  August 25, 2026	₱ 300.00
  August 26, 2026	₱ 450.00
  August 27, 2026	₱ 600.00
  August 28, 2026	₱ 750.00
  August 31, 2026	₱ 900.00
  September 1, 2026	Deposit Forfeited

• A lost or unreturned toga will be charged ₱2,500.00.