General Information

• Graduation regalia are available in the lower level of UMD Stores or online from the above categories.
• Graduation gowns are purchased by height. The bottom of your gown should fall about mid-calf, so take into account the height of your shoes. Large size (XL and XXL) gowns are available in each height.
• Graduation caps are all one size.  Caps are worn for bachelor's and master's ceremonies. 
• The color of your tassel is determined by your bachelor's degree. Click here for a degree list. All graduate (masters) tassels are black.
• Hoods are worn for the master's ceremony; color is determined by your master's degree. Hoods must be ordered, but will not ship to you. Your hood will be presented to you at the graduate ceremony. If you do not purchase a hood, you will not receive one at the ceremony .
• Graduation announcements are also available on the lower level. Personalized announcements are available through Jostens at (800) 353-5299. Delivery is approximately 2-3 weeks.
• For more information by degree:
  • Undergraduate (bachelor's)
  • Graduate (master's)
  • Faculty
  • Other graduation items are also available to commemorate your achievement:
    • Diploma frames
    • Class rings
    • Commencement tickets will be distributed in April in UMD Stores, Express. To be eligible for guest tickets, students must complete their Commencement Attendance Questionnaire. The number of tickets per student has not yet been determined. 
    • For more information about participating in the commencement ceremony, please visit the commencement home page.