Attire & Honors Cords

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

Regalia Ordering

  • Regalia can be ordered online for in-store pickup beginning September 18 through December 12. 

    Order your regalia HERE beginning September 18

  • Shipping is available for out-of-state graduates, with additional shipping rates applied. In order for shipped items to be received in time for commencement, please place your order before December 4, 2026.
  • Graduates who cannot attend Graduation Central Kickoff on Tuesday, October 27, will still have the option to order regalia after the event.
  • Regalia Pricing (includes robe, cap and hood; tax not included)
    • Keepsake Bachelor set: $72
    • Keepsake Master set: $79
    • Keepsake Doctoral set: $95

Graduation Central Kickoff

  • Graduation Central Kick-off will be held at the University Store on Fifth October 27 during normal business hours. 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, snacks and candid selfie opportunities.
  • Pre-ordered regalia can be picked up at this event.

Honors Cords

  • Please check back in the coming week for more information on obtaining Honor Cords.
     

Professional Portraits

  • M&M Photography will be on-site Tuesday, November 17, from 9 a.m. -  4 p.m. and on Wednesday, November 18 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the William Pitt Union.
  • 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 be deducted from your package purchase. 
     - Check back in the coming weeks for the link to pre-register.
  • 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.