Princeton University

Princeton University Commencement & Academic Regalia

At Princeton University, all graduates and participating faculty must wear formal academic regalia for the Hooding & Recognition Ceremony and Commencement. Regalia is procured through the official vendor.

For undergraduate and master’s degree candidates, standard attire consists of a black gown and a mortarboard cap with a black tassel. The bachelor’s gown features pointed sleeves, while the master’s gown has sealed sleeves.

For doctoral (Ph.D.) recipients, academic dress includes a gown (either in the official orange‑and‑black design or a black gown with velvet panels), a velvet tam (or appropriate cap), and an academic hood. The hood and gown together signify degree level and academic discipline.

Hoods carry institutional and discipline symbolism: the lining shows Princeton’s official colors (orange with a black chevron), while a velvet band around the hood indicates the academic field — for example, gold for engineering, white for arts & letters, blue for philosophy, etc.

All degree‑level graduates (bachelor, master, doctoral) and faculty participating must order regalia by published deadlines to be eligible for the ceremonies. Princeton does not formally promote “honor cords” or stoles as part of its standard academic regalia — the focus remains on cap, gown, hood, and discipline‑based hood colors.

Undergraduate & Master’s: black gown + mortarboard cap + black tassel
Doctoral: gown (custom or standard), velvet tam, academic hood with Princeton‑color lining and discipline‑velvet band
Hood velvet color indicates academic discipline (e.g. gold, white, blue, etc.)
Hood lining shows Princeton colors — orange with a black chevron
No official honor‑cord/stole color chart publicly listed by Princeton
Faculty regalia follows similar standards with hood and gown corresponding to highest earned degree

Princeton University Graduation Regalia – Cap, Gown & Accessories

Bachelor Cap, Gown & Tassel Set

Classic black graduation gown (undergraduate style)
Black mortarboard graduation cap
Black tassel included — suitable for Princeton undergraduate commencement
Official cap & gown set meets Princeton University requirements for Commencement

Master Cap, Gown & Tassel Set

Black master‑style graduation gown
Mortarboard cap with black tassel
Optional hood available — appropriate for graduate‑level recognition
Full set suitable for Princeton master’s‑level ceremony participation

Doctoral Cap, Gown, Hood & Tam Package

Doctoral‑style gown (custom or standard) with institutional specification
Velvet tam (or approved doctoral cap)
Academic hood — lined in Princeton colors (orange with black chevron)
Velvet band on hood in discipline‑specific color (e.g. Gold, White, Royal Blue, etc.)
Standard tassel — black or discipline‑neutral, following Princeton’s custom
Complete doctoral regalia set suitable for Princeton’s Hooding & Commencement Ceremonies

Faculty & Staff Academic Regalia (Custom / Long‑Term Version)

Faculty‑quality academic gown (custom‑made), hood, and cap/tam — aligned with Princeton tradition
Hood velvet and lining per discipline and degree — same scheme as graduate regalia
Available for long‑term use and ceremonial participation (e.g. official processions, convocations)

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