Montclair State University

Montclair State University holds its annual commencement ceremony at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, celebrating students completing bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs. The event features a formal academic procession, platform introductions, degree conferral, and a recessional. All graduates and faculty wear traditional academic regalia that reflects Montclair State’s academic heritage, marking this milestone with ceremonial dignity and pride.

For commencement participation, official Montclair State University academic regalia must be purchased in advance; regalia is not available for purchase at the ceremony. Bachelor’s candidates wear a classic black graduation gown, mortarboard graduation cap, and tassel. Master’s degree candidates wear a distinctive red academic gown, matching cap, hood and tassel. Doctoral candidates wear a red robe faced with black velvet and a suitable tam, along with hood and tassel. The regalia reflects degree level and academic accomplishment.

Montclair State’s regalia package includes a tassel matching the student’s academic program and degree level. While the university’s “Know Before You Go” commencement guide specifies cap, gown, hood and tassel requirements, details on specific tassel colors by academic discipline are generally guided by traditional academic dress codes (where hood trim and tassel colors typically reflect fields of study). Honor cords and stoles approved by Montclair State (such as those representing honors societies, leadership recognition, or philanthropy gifts) may also be worn with approved regalia during the ceremony in accordance with university policy.

Faculty participating in commencement wear full academic regalia, including robes with velvet trim and hoods that indicate their highest earned degree and discipline. Faculty regalia colors and trims denote scholarly achievements and academic rank.

Whether ordering a cap and gown set, selecting your tassel, or adding honor cords and stoles, Montclair State University’s academic regalia standards ensure graduates and faculty reflect tradition and distinction on graduation day.

Official Montclair State University Graduation Regalia Collection

Prepare for your Montclair State commencement with our official academic regalia sets. Designed for bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree candidates, these graduation gown and cap combinations include tassels, hoods, honor cords, and stoles approved by the university to honor academic accomplishment and tradition.

Product Highlights

Graduation Gown & Cap Set: Bachelor’s black graduation gown with mortarboard cap; master’s and doctoral regalia feature red academic gowns.
Bachelor Tassel & Honor Cord Colors: Tassel included with cap and gown; approved honor cords and stoles accentuate academic achievement.
Master Tassel & Hood Set: Red master’s gown with hood and tassel, customizable with approved cords and stoles.
Cap and Tassel Combinations: Complete regalia sets ready for commencement.
Faculty Academic Regalia: Faculty robes and hoods with academic colors reflecting discipline and degree.
Discipline Regalia Color Options: Tassel and hood color accents based on degree field and tradition.

Ideal for your graduation ceremony and celebration, this official Montclair State University academic regalia collection celebrates your journey with dignity and tradition.

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