SNHU holds commencement ceremonies for eligible graduates twice a year — a Spring Commencement for degrees conferred between February 1 and July 1, and a Fall Commencement for degrees conferred between August 1 and January 1. To participate, learners must submit a “Petition to Graduate” by the posted deadline. Eligible graduates are then cleared by the Registrar once academic and financial requirements are met. Graduates also receive a regalia‑ordering link once eligibility is confirmed.

Cap, Gown, Tassel & Hood Regalia

The standard academic regalia issuance at SNHU includes a graduation cap, gown, tassel and, for eligible programs or graduate degrees, an academic hood. All undergraduates receive a cap and gown package; tassels accompany the cap as part of the standard regalia set. The regalia order is handled through the SNHU Bookstore (or approved vendor) after eligibility is confirmed. Graduates who do not pick up their regalia before the ceremony have a final opportunity to retrieve it at the commencement venue.

Honor Cords, Stoles & Color‑Coded Regalia Elements

SNHU publicly recognizes academic and organizational honors at commencement. Undergraduates who earn “Ceremonial Honors” or “Latin Honors” are awarded a gold honor cord that accompanies their cap and gown. Additional cords and sashes may be awarded for special recognitions — for example, to student‑organization members, international‑experience alumni, or those with veteran or service status. International students who studied abroad may also receive a sash representing their host‑country’s flag. However — SNHU does not publish a universal color‑coded chart that ties tassel, stole or cord colors to degree level, academic discipline, or honors status beyond the documented gold honor cord and approved organizational sashes/cords.

Conclusion — Verified Regalia & What Is Optional

In summary, SNHU’s commencement and academic‑regalia policy provides all eligible graduates with a cap, gown and tassel (plus hood when required), and allows honor cords or sashes for students with honors or special affiliations. The **officially documented color-coded regalia elements** include a **gold honor cord** for recognized honor graduates, and other approved cords or sashes tied to recognized groups or international study. Because SNHU does not supply a public comprehensive color‑chart linking colors to degrees or disciplines, any listing or description should focus on verified items — cap, gown, tassel, hood (if applicable), and recognized honor‑cord or sash where awarded.

Southern New Hampshire University – Official Graduation Regalia Guide

Graduation at SNHU requires approved academic regalia — graduation gown, mortarboard cap, and tassel — for all eligible graduates participating in commencement ceremonies. Below is a clear summary of what SNHU publicly defines, and where details about tassel, hood, stole or honor‑cord colors remain unspecified.

Cap & Gown Requirements for Graduation

Every graduate must wear the standard academic gown (robe) and mortarboard cap as part of the official regalia package for commencement — regardless of degree level (bachelor, master, doctoral) or major.

Standard Tassel & Regalia Set

Graduation cap (mortarboard) + gown + tassel form the standard regalia set included for each graduate.

There is no publicly published chart or guideline linking academic program or degree to a specific tassel or hood color at SNHU.

Honor Cords, Stoles, Hoods & Discipline‑Based Colors

No public discipline‑color chart available: SNHU’s publicly accessible graduation resources do not define tassel, hood, stole, or honor‑cord colors by major or credential.

No documented standard for cords or stoles: There is no public policy describing an official honor‑cord or stole system tied to honors, societies, or departmental affiliations at SNHU.

Vendor / Buyer guidance: If offering or purchasing custom-colored tassels, hoods, or stoles for SNHU graduates, clearly label them as optional add‑ons and recommend verification with SNHU Registrar or Bookstore before ordering.

Advice for Graduates & Regalia Retailers

Use only the officially approved cap, gown, and tassel set for commencement participation at SNHU.
Do not assume discipline‑specific colors — none are defined publicly by SNHU.
If selling cap-and-gown sets or accessories for SNHU, include a disclaimer: “Color assignment for tassels, hoods or stoles is not defined publicly — confirm with SNHU before ordering.”
Treat cords, stoles, or colored hoods as optional or custom items, not standard issued regalia.

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