Missouri University of Science and Technology

Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) in Rolla, Missouri celebrates the academic achievements of its graduates through formal commencement ceremonies held each May at locations such as the Gale Bullman Building. These commencement events honor bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral candidates as well as their families, faculty, and friends. Participation in the commencement ceremony requires graduates to wear official academic regalia, which includes a graduation gown, graduation cap, tassel, and where appropriate, an academic hood and honor adornments. All participants must wear academic attire to walk in the ceremony.

Undergraduates at Missouri S&T wear a black graduation gown with the traditional mortarboard style graduation cap and a black tassel. Bachelor’s candidates may be eligible to wear a gold tassel if they have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher, providing distinction for academic excellence. Master’s candidates also wear a black gown and black tassel, along with a discipline-specific academic hood that reflects their field of study. Doctoral candidates wear doctoral gowns with a gold tassel and the appropriate doctoral hood.

Although Missouri S&T’s official commencement materials do not list standardized university-issued honor cord or stole colors, many graduates enhance their academic regalia with honor cords and stoles awarded by campus honors programs and academic societies. These cords and stoles are worn over the gown to represent scholastic achievement and participation in organizations, and graduates should verify specific colors and eligibility with the registrar or honors office.

Faculty participating in commencement wear traditional faculty regalia, which includes a cap, gown and tassel, and may rent these items through The S&T Store. Faculty academic hoods reflect the highest degree earned and institutional affiliations.

Overall, Missouri S&T’s commencement presents a unified and dignified academic regalia experience with customizable cap, gown and tassel sets for students, while honoring individual achievement and discipline through custom hoods, cords, and stoles.

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