Montana State University Northern

Montana State University Northern holds its annual commencement ceremony each spring in the Armory Gymnasium to celebrate degree candidates who have completed associate and baccalaureate programs. The event begins with a formal academic procession and includes conferral of degrees, recognition of academic achievement, and a ceremonial recessional that honors each graduate’s accomplishment. Graduates must order their graduation cap, graduation gown, and accessories through Jostens or an approved vendor by the published deadline to participate. The gowns are classic black, following traditional academic costume standards used by universities nationwide.

All graduates participating in the commencement ceremony wear the classic black academic graduation gown and mortarboard cap. Each college or degree program at MSU Northern has its own designated tassel color to represent different academic disciplines, and tassels are attached to the graduation cap as part of the academic regalia tradition.

MSU Northern awards honor cords to graduates who earn Latin honors. Cord colors denote levels of academic distinction: maroon for cum laude, silver for magna cum laude, and gold for summa cum laude, visually emphasizing academic excellence during the commencement ceremony.

Faculty members wear full academic regalia including doctoral or faculty gowns with hoods and mortarboard or tam caps that reflect their highest academic attainment and discipline. Faculty and doctoral regalia follow academic tradition with velvet trim and color accents that signify scholarly fields and achievement.

Whether you’re completing a bachelor’s or associate degree, the MSU Northern commencement ceremony blends tradition with celebration, and the academic regalia — from cap and gown to tassels and honor cords — showcases academic success in dignified ceremonial style.

Official Montana State University Northern Graduation Regalia Collection

Get ready for the Montana State University Northern commencement with our official academic regalia collection. These graduation gown and cap sets include tassels, honor cords, and stoles designed to reflect MSU Northern’s commencement traditions and academic achievement standards. Whether you’re earning an associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree, these graduation accessories help you celebrate with distinction.

Product Features

Graduation Gown & Cap Set: Standard black graduation gown and mortarboard cap required for MSU Northern commencement participation.
Bachelor Tassel & Honor Cord Colors: College‑specific tassels paired with honor cords in maroon (Cum Laude), silver (Magna Cum Laude), and gold (Summa Cum Laude) for academic distinction.
Master Tassel, Hood & Accessory Options: Master’s regalia includes tassel and hood color combinations appropriate to the graduate’s discipline and degree level.
Standard Cap and Tassel Sets: Complete mortarboard cap, gown and tassel combinations ready for commencement ceremonies.
Faculty Academic Regalia: Full faculty gowns with hood and velvet trim in colors representing academic disciplines and highest degree earned.
Discipline Regalia Color Options: Tassel and hood color accents for various fields of study according to MSU Northern’s academic standards.

Ideal for graduation day, photographs, and long‑lasting keepsakes, this official MSU Northern graduation regalia collection showcases academic excellence with dignity and ceremonial style.

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