University of Wyoming Commencement & Academic Regalia Guide

The University of Wyoming hosts formal commencement ceremonies to honor graduates from all degree levels. All participants are required to wear officially approved academic regalia, including the graduation gown, graduation cap (mortarboard for undergraduates and master’s students, tam or appropriate headgear for doctoral candidates), and tassel. Eligible students may also wear honor cords or stoles issued by recognized university organizations. Proper academic regalia ensures a cohesive, professional, and dignified appearance, reflecting the university’s long-standing academic traditions.

Graduates must order their cap, gown, and tassel sets through the University Bookstore or other approved vendors by the specified deadlines. Bachelor and master’s students typically wear standard black gowns, while doctoral graduates follow hooding protocols and may wear velvet-trimmed gowns with tams. Tassels correspond to institutional or discipline standards, while honor cords and stoles denote achievement from recognized programs and societies.

The University of Wyoming emphasizes uniform presentation for all graduates. Participants are instructed to wear the cap flat, ensure the gown is properly fitted, and move the tassel from right to left upon conferral of the degree. Following these guidelines ensures a professional, unified, and memorable ceremony while celebrating academic excellence. Correct use of cap, gown, tassel, honor cords, and stoles supports both personal achievement and the university’s ceremonial standards.

University of Wyoming Academic Regalia – Cap, Gown & Tassel Set

Prepare for your commencement at the University of Wyoming with the officially approved academic regalia: graduation gown, graduation cap, tassel—and optional hood, honor cords or stoles—aligned with the university’s commencement attire policy.

Included in Set

• Graduation gown + cap + tassel for Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral level.
• Hood included for advanced degrees (Master’s, Doctoral) where required.
• Honor cords & stoles available separately for eligible graduates in recognized programs or honors societies.

Colour & Level Guide

• Graduation gown colour: standard black for most levels at the University of Wyoming.
• Graduation cap: black mortarboard for undergraduates and masters; tam may be used for doctoral/faculty level.
• Tassel colour: included with set; discipline or institutional colours apply per programme.
• Stoles and honor cords: colours vary by honours or departmental recognition—verify university‑approved policy before purchase.

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