Stephens College

Stephens College (Missouri) Commencement & Academic Regalia Summary

Stephens College, a private women’s college in Columbia, Missouri, hosts two formal commencement ceremonies annually — one in December and one in May. Undergraduate ceremonies are typically held at the Missouri Theatre, while graduate ceremonies take place on campus. All graduates are required to wear academic regalia, including a cap and gown, though the college does not publicly specify graduation gown color or tassel shades.

The college does not provide a detailed, color-coded system for honor cords, stoles, or hood velvet trim. Photos from past commencements suggest that standard black gowns are worn by undergraduate and graduate students, with tassels and hoods following a traditional, understated format. Honors recognition is often displayed via department or student organization-provided cords or stoles, or in some cases, a distinctive honors pin or medallion.

Faculty participating in commencement wear standard academic robes; however, the college does not publish formal guidance regarding faculty hood linings or gown embellishments. Overall, Stephens College emphasizes a classic, simple approach to academic regalia, prioritizing uniformity, dignity, and ceremonial tradition over ornate or highly color-coded regalia systems.

This understated yet elegant approach ensures that graduates and faculty present a unified and professional appearance, maintaining the integrity and celebratory spirit of the commencement ceremony while focusing on the achievement of academic milestones.

Stephens College Academic Regalia Package

A clean and elegant regalia set designed for Stephens College commencement ceremonies — ideal for both students and faculty.

  • Gown: Black academic gown aligned with traditional college regalia.
  • Cap: Black mortarboard cap included for graduation.
  • Tassel: Neutral tassel; no fixed color rules found in public Stephens College policies.
  • Honor Cords & Stoles: Optional items supplied by honor societies or departments — not tied to a standardized college color chart.
  • Hood (Graduate): Included for master’s graduates; color guidelines are not publicly published.
  • Faculty Robes: Standard academic robes supported for faculty participation.
  • Use Case: Suitable for commencement, convocation, and formal academic events.

A refined cap, gown & tassel set that matches Stephens College’s commitment to tradition, dignity, and understated academic symbolism.

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

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