Academic Regalia
Review the appropriate attire based on the degree and honors earned
Regalia at NC State
Caps, gowns, and other commencement apparel can be ordered through the NC State Stores website or during the NC State Stores Grad Fair. All regalia and commencement apparel can be purchased in-store at Wolfpack Outfitters.
Distribution of caps and gowns will take place at Wolfpack Outfitters in Talley Student Union. All graduation apparel must be paid for at the time of pick-up. Students must present a photo ID (either student ID or driver’s license).
If you are a graduate student, you can watch The Graduate School’s regalia tutorial video to learn how to properly wear graduate student regalia and receive tips on how to keep it wrinkle-free.
Caps and Gowns
Bachelor’s candidates wear the NC State red cap and gown. Master’s degree candidates wear a black cap and gown.
Tassels
Bachelor’s degree candidates’ cap and gown sets can be ordered with a white tassel, but the tassel may be purchased separately; tassels do not come with the cap and gown sets.
Hoods
Bachelor’s degree candidates do not wear hoods. Doctoral, Masters and DVM degree candidates do wear hoods. Each candidate is responsible for purchasing their personal hood, which may be purchased along with academic apparel at Wolfpack Outfitters.
Honors Sashes
All undergraduate students graduating with honors have the option of purchasing an honors sash. The academic honors are designated based on a student’s cumulative GPA when entering their final semester, as final grades are not calculated until after Commencement.
Apparel
NOTE: Students needing special apparel sizes may preorder to ensure proper fitting.
| Commencement Apparel* | Costs |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Gown, Cap and Tassel Set | $59.99 |
| Bachelor’s Honors Sash | $32.99 |
| Master’s Gown and Cap Set | $39.99 |
| Master’s Tassel | $4.99 |
| Master’s Hood | $39.99 |
| Doctoral Gown and Cap Set | $49.99 |
| Doctoral Tassel | $4.99 |
| Doctoral Hood | $39.99 |
Regalia Donations
Each year, countless NC State graduates don their regalia for just one day, then store them away for good. For many students, buying their own regalia can be a financial burden. Turn Your Tassel Forward addresses this issue by transforming a single day’s use into a legacy of generosity.
The program is free to participate in and requires no advance sign-up. Students can donate regalia to be cleaned, stored and made available for future graduates.
Designated Regalia-Recycle bins will be available in various locations across campus from May 8 to May 15, 2026 and immediately following the ceremony at Carter-Finley Stadium on Saturday, May 9 in the Murphy Center Lot.