University of Maryland Baltimore

The University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB) hosts an annual commencement ceremony to honor graduates from bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. Graduates are required to wear official academic regalia, including a graduation gown, graduation cap, tassel, and optional honor cords or stoles, forming a complete cap, gown, and tassels set. The standard graduation gown color is black for bachelor’s and master’s degrees, while doctoral gowns feature velvet panels and chevrons. Graduation caps are typically mortarboards for bachelor’s and master’s candidates, and a tam for doctoral recipients. Tassels reflect academic level or discipline, while hoods and stoles indicate the graduate’s field of study or honors distinction.

UMB emphasizes that graduates must wear appropriate regalia to participate in the ceremony. Bachelor’s and master’s tassels are typically black, often adorned with a university medallion, whereas doctoral tassels are gold or discipline-specific. Master’s hoods are lined in UMB colors, and doctoral hoods display discipline-specific velvet trim along with university colors. Faculty regalia adheres to traditional academic dress codes, featuring black gowns, hoods lined in university colors, and velvet trim indicating field and degree level.

Honor cords and stoles are issued by recognized student organizations, academic departments, or cultural groups, with colors denoting academic achievement or affiliation. While some cord and stole colors are standardized, graduates are encouraged to verify any discipline- or organization-specific requirements with the UMB Bookstore or Commencement Office. Proper use of regalia ensures a visually cohesive and dignified ceremony while honoring the accomplishments of each participant.

By adhering to these guidelines, UMB graduates demonstrate respect for tradition and the academic achievements of their peers. The full academic regalia bundle—including cap, gown, tassel, and optional cords or stoles—provides a polished and uniform appearance across the ceremony, maintaining the institution’s long-standing ceremonial standards. Graduates should order their regalia early to ensure timely delivery and compliance with all commencement requirements, guaranteeing an elegant and memorable recognition of academic success.

University of Maryland Baltimore Graduation Regalia Set – Cap, Gown & Tassels

Mark your milestone with the official UMB academic regalia set—designed for bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral graduates. Includes a high‑quality graduation gown, graduation cap, tassel, and optional honor cords or stoles to complete your cap, gown and tassels set.

Key Features

• Graduation gown in classic black, available in styles for bachelor, master and doctoral levels—each matching your academic level and UMB’s academic regalia standards.
• Graduation cap: mortarboard for bachelor and master levels; doctoral candidates may have a tam or specialty cap with appropriate tassel. Tassel, hood or stole colours reflect your discipline or program affiliation, where specif
• Tassel, hood or stole colours support your academic field and institution—forming a unified cap, gown and tassels set in line with UMB tradition. Some UMB schools specify red stoles for certain programs such as nursing.
• Honor cords & stoles: Issued by specific schools, student organizations or cultural groups; colour specifics vary and should be confirmed with UMB.
• Faculty and “all other discipline” regalia colours: Gown base remains black; hood lining shows UMB institutional identity; velvet trim or hood facing indicates discipline in accordance with standard academic dress codes.

Everything you need to look sharp on your commencement day—the graduation gown, graduation cap, tassel, optional honor cords or stoles—all designed for UMB’s academic regalia expectations. Be sure to verify if your major, school or organization has a specific stole or cord color requirement before placing your order.

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