Attire & Honors Cords

Regalia (cap and gown) is required to participate in the University-wide commencement ceremony.

Graduation Central Spook-tacular

  • Graduation Central Spook-tacular kick-off will be held at the University Store on Fifth October 28-31. This event is designed to help graduates prepare for commencement by obtaining regalia, class rings, diploma frames and Alumni gear. 
     
  • Activities include live music, giveaways, and opportunities to purchase signature Pitt items such as diploma frames and class rings.
  • Pre-ordered regalia can be picked up at this event.

Regalia Ordering

  • Regalia can be ordered online for in-store pickup beginning October 28 through December 7. All orders after December 7 must be placed in person at the University Store on Fifth. 

    Order your Regalia Today!
     
  • Shipping is available for out-of-state graduates, with additional shipping rates applied.
  • Graduates who cannot attend Graduation Central will still have the option to order regalia after the event.
  • Regalia Pricing will be added to this site in the coming days.

Honors Cords

  • Honors cords are available for undergraduate degree recipients from all schools and colleges.
  • Graduates may check the status of their GPA at their respective school's office of the dean.
  • Pick-up locations for honors cords:
     

    SchoolAddressOperating Hours
    Dietrich Arts and Sciences & CGS208 Thackeray Hall9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
    Swanson School of Engineerring151 Student Records Office8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
    School of Pharmacy11055 Salk Hall
    3501 Terrace St., 
    Pittsburgh PA 15261
    9 a.m.- 4 p.m. 
    School of Education5910 Posvar Hall 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 
    Monday - Thursday. 
    School of Health and Rehabilitation Science Center for Academic Advising 
      and Student Success, 
    Suite 4044 Forbes Tower
     9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
    Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
    School of Business 2600 Sennott Square
    Ask for Piper Crowle 
    9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    Monday - Friday
    School of Public Health1100 Public Health9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    School of Social Work2101 Cathedral of Learning10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
    Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
    School of Nursing240 Victoria BuildingMonday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
    Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

Professional Portraits

  • M&M Photography will be on-site Tuesday, November 18, from 9 a.m. -  4 p.m. in the William Pitt Union Ballroom.
  • All graduates, from bachelor's to doctoral degree candidates, are welcome to have their professional AND graduate portrait taken.
  • Pre-registration with M&M Photography is encouraged. A $10 deposit is required and will deducted from your package purchase. Pre-registration is OPEN!
  • Galleries will be delivered to the registrant within 48 hours of the portrait session.

How to Wear Your Regalia 

Time to shine! This video walks you through how to properly wear your regalia.