Utica University celebrates each spring with distinct undergraduate and graduate commencement ceremonies, where all degree candidates are required to wear approved academic regalia comprised of a graduation gown, graduation cap, tassel (and hood for applicable degrees) in line with institutional standards.For undergraduates, graduates must order their cap and gown set—including the gown, mortarboard cap, and tassel—from the Utica University Bookstore by the March 15 deadline to participate.

The regalia package includes general‑admission tickets for guests, and students are instructed to wear the cap flat and ensure their gown is properly fitted. The gown colour for undergraduates is navy blue, as per the bookstore regalia description, with a coordinating tassel.Master’s candidates must wear a black (or dark) cap and gown, the hood is draped over the left arm prior to hooding, and the gown reflects graduate academic regalia style.

Doctoral or faculty regalia is the most elaborate: doctoral tam (rather than mortarboard), specialized hood lined in institutional colours, and often a gold tassel or discipline‑specific chevron or velvet panels.Honor cords and stoles are provided or purchased for students who meet honours criteria or represent official programs/organizations; stoles of gratitude and program‑specific sashes are noted among options.

In summary, Utica University emphasises ordering the correct cap, gown and tassel set in advance, adhering to proper gown colour (navy blue for undergraduate) and wearing the cap, gown and tassel as directed—for a polished and unified commencement appearance.

Utica University Academic Regalia – Cap, Gown & Tassel Set

Prepare for your commencement at Utica University with the officially approved academic regalia: graduation gown, graduation cap, tassel — all selected to fit your degree level and aligned with institutional dress codes.

Included in Set

• Graduation gown + cap + tassel for Undergraduate, Graduate or Doctoral level.
• Hood included for Graduate/Doctoral levels when required.
• Honor cords & stoles available separately for eligible undergraduates; graduate level uses hood instead of stoles.

Colour & Level Guide

• Graduation gown colour: navy blue for undergraduate level at Utica University.
• Graduation cap: black mortarboard for undergraduate/graduate; tam may be used for doctoral.
• Tassel: matching colour for degree level or discipline; gold or field colour may be used for doctoral/faculty level.
• Stoles and honor cords: Undergraduate stoles recognised; verify eligible colours; stoles not permitted for graduate ceremony.

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