Brown University

Brown University conducts its Commencement weekend with rigorous tradition: graduates and faculty wear full academic regalia including the graduation gown, graduation cap (or tam for advanced degrees), tassel, and for master’s and doctoral graduates a hood. The university’s “Guide for Graduating Seniors” states that “Graduating seniors must dress in regalia (cap and gown) for the university procession.”

The Brown Bookstore page shows that undergraduate and master’s students may purchase regalia (gown, hood, cap) through the bookstore.

According to the Intercollegiate Registry of Academic Costume, Brown University’s official colour for hoods is “seal brown” with a “cardinal red” chevron.

Brown’s website does not publicly list detailed colours for tassels, honor cords or stoles by degree level (Bachelor, Master, Doctoral) or by discipline. The regalia policy emphasises consistent dress: “Academic regalia (cap and gown) should be worn for Commencement ceremonies.”

The doctoral guide reinforces that regalia (cap or tam, gown and hood) must be worn.

Faculty regalia follow the standard doctoral-style conventions: velvet-faced gowns, hoods in institutional colours, and the correct cap/hat style for faculty rank. Because Brown’s public materials do not specify unique tassel, cord or stole colours for each discipline or degree level, graduates are advised to verify any specific colour requirements (tassel, hood trim, honor cords) via the Brown Bookstore or Registrar. In short: to comply with Brown’s commencement guidelines you should order and wear the correct graduation gown and graduation cap, affix the appropriate tassel, and if eligible wear any approved honor cords or stoles. Ensuring the proper academic regalia supports visual consistency, honours institutional tradition and presents your milestone achievement with dignity and professionalism.

Brown University Graduation Regalia – Gown, Cap & Tassels

Prepare for your commencement ceremony at Brown University with this official academic regalia bundle. Includes the correct graduation gown, matching graduation cap and tassel set, and is fully compatible with honor cords and stoles to complete your academic attire.

Key Features

Graduation gown styled for Brown University’s commencement and academic ceremony—caps and gowns must be worn. ([commencement.brown.edu](https://commencement.brown.edu/graduating-students/seniors))
Graduation cap (mortarboard or tam for doctoral) with secure fit and correct tassel placement.
Tassel set designed for your degree level: aligns with Brown’s gown and regalia expectations—verify credentials with Brown Bookstore. ([insite.browntextbook.com](https://insite.browntextbook.com/SiteText?id=63349))
Compatible with honor cords & stoles for academic honours, societies or departmental recognition—confirm accessory colours with the Bookstore or Registrar.
Ordering guidance: see Brown University’s website for regalia purchase and rental policies. ([insite.browntextbook.com](https://insite.browntextbook.com/SiteText?id=63349))

*Ensure you verify any discipline- or society-specific accessory colours (tassels, cords, stoles) with Brown University Bookstore or Registrar before ordering custom accessories.*

Note: To confirm the exact colors of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles for your specific program at Brown University, you can reach out directly to the college's administration or the office responsible for commencement and student services. They can provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding academic regalia.