Regalia for each degree level differs: Bachelor’s gowns have open sleeves; Master’s gowns have longer sleeves; Doctoral gowns feature bell sleeves.
Mortarboards or caps differ by degree: Bachelor’s graduates wear a purple mortarboard, while Master’s candidates wear a black mortarboard. Doctoral candidates may wear either a permitted mortarboard or a velvet tam (eight-sided) per degree type.
Tassel placement: For Bachelor’s candidates, the tassel begins on the right side of the cap and moves to the left after degree conferral; Master’s and Doctoral candidates keep the tassel on the left side.
Graduate (Master’s/Doctoral) candidates wear hoods. Master’s hoods are worn throughout ceremonies; for Doctoral candidates, the hood is carried in and placed by a major professor at the platform.
High-quality academic regalia set for Kansas State University graduates — perfect for commencement ceremonies, diploma photos, and alumni events.
Note: This set delivers core graduation apparel only. Additional stoles, cords or hoods with discipline-specific colors or organizational insignia must adhere to Kansas State University’s regalia protocols and approval procedures before commencement use.
Note: To confirm the exact colors of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles for your specific program at Kansas State 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.