Institute of Buddhist Studies

The Institute of Buddhist Studies (IBS), a graduate seminary and school of Buddhist studies, holds commencement ceremonies rooted in academic tradition and Buddhist community values. As part of the Graduate Theological Union (GTU), IBS organizes graduation for its Master of Divinity (M.Div.) and Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies (M.A.B.S.) programs.

According to IBS’s catalog, all graduates wear a traditional academic gown and mortarboard graduation cap, but there is no publicly available policy specifying unique tassel colors for different disciplines. The catalog also does not mention honor cords (recognition cords) or stoles with defined color codes, indicating that either they may not be in formal use or are handled internally.

Regarding higher-education regalia, there is no mention in IBS’s catalog or policy of velvet-edged hoods or discipline-color hoods, which are common in other academic institutions. The lack of mention suggests that IBS may not follow a standard academic-dress color code or publishes it internally.

Faculty regalia at IBS is not detailed in publicly accessible resources either. Their academic catalog lists faculty and degree programs but does not explicitly describe faculty gowns, hoods, faculty-specific regalia colors, or satin linings.

Because of the limited publicly available information on academic regalia, tassel colors, honor cords, and stoles, students and prospective graduates are strongly encouraged to consult the IBS Registrar or Commencement Office before ordering regalia (cap, gown and tassels sets). Verifying approved vendors ensures that their regalia aligns with IBS’s unlisted but likely internal standards for formal graduation.

In short: while IBS upholds traditional graduation gown and cap practices, it does not publicly disclose a color-coding scheme for tassels, honor cords, or stoles. Graduates should rely on official guidance and IBS-approved regalia sources to confirm their academic regalia choices.

IBS Academic Regalia – Cap & Gown Set

Order your official Institute of Buddhist Studies commencement regalia: black graduation gown, mortarboard cap, and tassel — aligned with IBS’s academic tradition.

• Black Graduation Gown: Elegant academic gown for IBS ceremonies.
• Mortarboard Cap: Standard square cap to complete the traditional look.
• Tassel: Included, though color-coding by discipline is not publicly available.
• Cords & Stoles: No published color-scheme—check with IBS for approved versions.
• Important: Use an IBS-approved vendor and verify your regalia choices with the Registrar or Commencement Office.

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