United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) Commencement & Academic Regalia

The United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) in Colorado Springs holds an annual commencement to commission cadets into the Air Force. Cadets wear their service dress uniform with no headgear, while civilian faculty wear academic regalia corresponding to the degrees they hold.

Faculty regalia follows discipline-specific colors: Arts and Letters – white; Economics – copper; Education – light blue; Engineering – orange; Fine Arts – brown; Law – purple; Philosophy – dark blue; Science – golden yellow. Cadets do not wear traditional graduation gowns, caps, or tassels during the official ceremony. Hat toss tradition uses cadet white covers, not mortarboards.

There is no publicly documented policy for cadet tassel colors, honor cords, or stoles, as the academy emphasizes the military uniform rather than civilian academic regalia. Faculty regalia colors are based on academic disciplines, and any civilian-style cap and gown used by cadets for photos or personal ceremonies is considered unofficial.

For alumni wishing to commemorate their achievements with a traditional academic appearance, off-uniform or personal ceremonies may use custom regalia sets including black graduation gowns, mortarboard caps, tassels, honor cords, and stoles. These provide a classic academic regalia style while respecting USAFA's uniform-focused commencement tradition.

USAFA‑Style Academic Regalia Set – Cap, Gown & Tassel

Honor your Air Force Academy journey with a refined academic regalia set. While USAFA cadets wear their service dress uniforms at graduation, this cap and gown set provides a classic academic aesthetic for alumni celebrations, photo shoots, and personal ceremonies.

Features

• Elegant black graduation gown — lightweight, matte, and formal.
• Traditional mortarboard cap with elastic band for a snug fit.
• Standard black tassel included with optional custom color choices.
• Optional honor cord or satin stole — choose gold cord or a style that reflects your achievement.
• Perfect for off‑uniform events, alumni gatherings, or keepsake use.

Why Choose This Set?

At USAFA’s official commencement, cadets wear service dress uniforms, not civilian academic gowns or mortarboards. Civilian faculty wear academic regalia in discipline‑specific colors (e.g., White for Arts, Orange for Engineering, Golden Yellow for Science). This set allows alumni to celebrate their legacy with a traditional academic look.

Product Details & Care

Material: Durable polyester blend
Sizes: Multiple sizes available — please measure before ordering
Care: Hang the gown, spot clean, and gently press the cap with a low‑heat iron using a cloth

Note: To confirm the exact colors of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles for your specific program at United States Air Force Academy , 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.