Graceland University

Graceland University holds its commencement ceremonies for degree‑seeking graduates once degree requirements are audited, and only those who have applied for graduation are eligible to participate.

Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Regalia

Graduation for bachelor’s students requires a standard academic cap, black gown, and tassel.

The mortarboard (cap) and gown must be worn with appropriate business‑professional dress beneath (not casual/jeans). Participation in commencement is contingent on wearing the official regalia.

Extra decoration on the gown is generally not mentioned as allowed; in related commencement information, approved adornments such as honor cords or sashes may be permitted for recognized honors or international sashes.

Graduate (Master’s / Seminary) & Doctoral Regalia

Master’s‑degree candidates receive cap, gown, tassel, and an academic hood.

For doctoral candidates, the regalia includes a gown, hood, tassel, and an eight‑sided tam (rather than mortarboard).

The hood’s interior is lined in the official institutional colors of Graceland — blue and gold — emphasizing institutional identity.

The outer colors (on the hood’s facing) reflect the broad academic discipline as per standard academic‑dress code.

Honor Cords, Sashes & Additional Regalia Details

For undergraduate students who qualify for honors or are part of approved academic societies, honor cords or approved sashes (or international sashes) may be worn with their regalia.

There is no public, detailed listing on the Graceland site specifying tassel, cord, or hood colors by academic discipline. The only explicit institutional color reference is the hood lining — blue and gold.

Decorating gowns beyond approved cords/sashes is restricted; caps may be decorated tastefully (but not with profanity or obstructive designs) where allowed, depending on campus or ceremony site.

Graceland University Academic Regalia – Cap, Gown, Tassel & Hood

• Bachelor’s Gown & Cap Set: Classic black graduation gown with mortarboard cap and tassel — suitable for undergraduates attending Spring Commencement in Lamoni, Iowa.
• Master’s / Professional Degree Hooded Regalia: Black gown, cap with tassel, and hood lined in blue & gold — for graduate, nursing or other advanced‑degree recipients at Winter Commencement or Spring convocation.
• Honor Cords & Optional Sashes: For eligible graduates (honors students or members of approved academic or international programs); cords/sashes may be worn with official regalia.
• Official Cap & Gown Required: Graceland mandates use of official Herff Jones regalia sets — unofficial gowns or mixed‑color regalia may be prohibited.
• Professional Attire Under Gown Recommended: Business‑style dress (subdued shirt/blouse, dress pants/skirt, closed‑heel shoes) under the gown is expected for all graduates.

Institutional Colors: The academic hood for graduate‑level regalia is lined with Graceland’s official colors: blue and gold. No standard, public color chart exists for tassels, cords or stoles by academic discipline.

Note: To confirm the exact colors of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles for your specific program at Graceland 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.