University of Central Florida Commencement & Academic Regalia

The University of Central Florida (UCF) holds its commencement ceremonies with formal academic tradition, requiring all participating graduates to wear **official UCF regalia** provided through UCF Bookstore or via Herff Jones. Undergraduates wear their college-colored tassels, while graduate degree candidates wear their tassels on the **left side**, in accordance with UCF’s regalia guidelines.

UCF uses distinct gown styles by degree level. According to UCF’s commencement program, the **bachelor’s gown** has long pointed sleeves; the **master’s gown** has oblong sleeves and may be worn open or closed; and the **doctoral gown** features bell-shaped sleeves. For advanced-degree students, UCF provides hoods with velvet trim and custom lining: the **master’s hood** colors reflect academic disciplines (for example, bobbin gold, white, or sage green), while the **doctoral hood** also signals the scholar’s school.

Regarding **tassels**, UCF requires graduates to wear their **college-specific tassel** — no generic black-and-gold souvenirs are permitted. Baccalaureate candidates wear tassels on the **right side**, moving them later if required, and graduate (master’s/doctoral) tassels are worn on the left.

On the topic of **honor cords, stoles, and academic accessories**, UCF allows *authorized honor cords and stoles* from recognized societies or student organizations. While UCF does not publish a uniform color chart for stoles or cords for all honors, these honors must come from officially recognized groups.

After commencement, UCF recommends returning rented regalia promptly. According to their 2024 commencement instructions, graduates may **keep their cap and tassel**, but gowns (and hoods, if rented) must be returned to the bookstore by a specified date to avoid late fees.

In summary, UCF’s academic regalia policy emphasizes formality, academic identity, and unity. Graduates wear black gowns designed for their degree level, college‑specific tassels, and optionally hoods for advanced scholars. Honor cords and stoles are limited to approved societies. This system supports a dignified, inclusive commencement experience aligned with UCF’s tradition.

UCF Academic Regalia – Cap, Gown & Graduation Accessories

• Official black regalia gown – suitable for all UCF degrees
• Mortarboard cap – traditional academic cap included
• Discipline-based tassel – required to match your UCF college, not generic souvenir tassels
• Academic hood – for graduate students: black & gold UCF lining with velvet trim corresponding to your academic field
• Honor cords/stoles – only authorized cords/stoles from recognized UCF organizations permitted
• Quality ceremonial fabric – built for stage, photos, and memories
• Order via UCF Bookstore or Herff Jones – guaranteed to meet UCF’s regalia requirements

Get your official UCF commencement regalia: cap, gown, tassel, hood, and honors accessories — all aligned with UCF’s academic ceremony standards.

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