Oregon State University Cascades

Oregon State University Cascades – Commencement & Academic Regalia Overview

Oregon State University Cascades requires graduates participating in Commencement to wear formal academic regalia — cap, gown, and tassel (with hood when applicable). Regalia is purchased via the OSU Beaver Store or ordered online, and graduates may also use their own approved black gown and mortarboard cap if it meets standards.

The regalia standard for undergraduates is a black mortarboard cap and black gown; tassels must follow the color scheme determined by the university college (i.e. tassel color is set by your college within OSU). : Graduate and doctoral candidates (or those with advanced degrees) must also include the hood, purchased or rented separately.

Honor cords and stoles are optional. Students who qualify for “degrees with distinction” (Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, Summa Cum Laude) may purchase academic honor cords at the OSU Beaver Store. Other cords or stoles — for clubs, honor societies or personal affiliations — are permitted at commencement but are not officially regulated by OSU-Cascades.

During commencement, the tassel is worn on the right side of the mortarboard for undergraduates — after the degree is conferred, graduates switch the tassel to the left as a traditional sign of achievement.

In short: OSU-Cascades enforces a formal black cap and gown for all graduates; tassel colour is tied to the student’s college; graduate-level students add a hood; and honor cords/stoles are optional extras for those eligible. Any product listing for “OSU-Cascades graduation regalia” should emphasize the black gown/cap base, college-specific tassel colors, and optional cords/hoods rather than implying a single universal color scheme.

Official OSU-Cascades Graduation Apparel – Cap, Gown, Hood & Tassel

Ready to walk across the stage? Order your OSU-Cascades academic regalia set — including cap, gown, tassel and hood (for graduate/doctoral) — to meet official commencement requirements. Perfect for undergraduate, graduate or doctoral ceremonies.

What’s Included

• Academic Gown & Mortarboard Cap – classic black robe and cap required for all graduates.
• Tassel (College-Color Based) – tassel color will correspond to your OSU college; required for official ceremony eligibility.
• Graduate / Doctoral Hood (Optional/Required by Degree) – for master’s and doctoral candidates, hood may be included or added; appropriate for advanced-degree regalia.
• Optional Honor Cords & Stoles – available for qualifying students or club/honor-society members; extras beyond standard gown and cap.

Why This Regalia Package Works

• Compliant with OSU-Cascades official commencement guidelines: black cap & gown required, tassel color tied to college, hood for advanced degrees.
• Offers flexibility — whether you’re a bachelor’s student, graduate, or doctoral candidate.
• Allows optional additions — cords, stoles, and personalized accessories — to honor academic achievements or affiliations.
• Includes tassel set and standard cap/gown design for a traditional, professional academic look for ceremony and photos.

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