The graduation fee is mandatory for seniors who plan to attend the ceremony in May at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre (date TBD, usually announced in February). The fee includes your cap & gown, tassel, diploma cover, class pin, the venue, tickets, programs, etc.
Please note: the graduation fee is separate from the PTSA Senior Events dues that include the Class of 2027 yard sign and other senior events. Click here to pay the Senior Events dues.
Instructions to pay the graduation fee:
Visit www.3rdascent.com
Select Alpharetta from the dropdown menu (you will also need to complete this step the first time you visit the website)
Click on Cap & Gown Packages
3rd Ascent offers multiple packages with different items. The package that is required is the "Build Your Own Package"
Please be sure to enter your senior's name and information during checkout
Take advantage of the Early Bird Grad Fee by placing your order through August 19th! The Early Bird fee is $190 and is the lowest the fee will be this year.
Beginning August 20th, the fee will increase based on the following schedule:
August 20-September 30: $195
October 1 - November 30: $215
December 1-March 19: $235 (must pay by this date in order to pick up cap & gown at school on March 23)
The fee will remain $235 after March 19, but students will have to pick up their order from 3rd Ascent's office. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Kelly Talele at talelek@fultonschools.org.