Cap and Gown

The practice of customizing regalia has become increasingly popular among colleges and universities. Custom regalia often includes school colors, logos, and other elements differentiated from the traditional black gown, which generates a more distinguished look for graduating candidates. Custom regalia for Texas State graduates will be as follows:

• Doctoral regalia – maroon gown, black velvet accents, university seal
• Specialist and master's regalia – black gown, maroon accents, Texas State stacked logo
• Bachelor's regalia – black gown, maroon and gold accents, Texas State stacked logo; optional Texas State stole

Custom regalia was recommended by both the Graduate House and Student Government through formal legislation. A Student Regalia Committee was formed of staff and students to explore regalia options and meet with potential vendors. Custom regalia will be adopted for all doctoral, specialist, master’s, and bachelor’s graduates.

Academic regalia is the most regal and visible symbol of academic achievement. Offering customized regalia with university colors and logos promotes a celebratory commencement experience which fosters a sense of identity among current candidates and alumni.

March 1-3, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the University Bookstore on the San Marcos Campus, our official commencement photographer (Flash Photography) will be on site to take photo portraits. Custom regalia will be on site for this photo opportunity.

For spring 2022, custom regalia should be preordered directly through the University Bookstore.

Cap and Gown Bookstore Distribution Schedule for May 2022
Bachelor's Candidates: Pick-up begins: Monday, May 2nd
Master's Candidates: Pick-up begins: Thursday, May 4th
Doctoral Candidates: Pick-up begins: Friday, May 6th

To have your regalia shipped directly to you, contact the University Bookstore at 512-245-2273 or 512-245-0854.

Regalia is available for purchase through the University Bookstore.

Cap and Gown Bookstore Distribution Schedule for May 2022
Bachelor's Candidates: Pick-up begins: Monday, May 2nd
Master's Candidates: Pick-up begins: Thursday, May 4th
Doctoral Candidates: Pick-up begins: Friday, May 6th

To have your regalia shipped directly to you, contact the University Bookstore at 512-245-2273 or 512-245-0854.

Bachelor’s Package (Gown, Cap, Tassel): $38.95

Bachelor’s Stole (optional): $31.95

Specialist and Master’s Package (Gown, Hood, Cap, Tassel): $66.95

Doctoral Rental Package (Gown, Hood, Tam/Tassel): $72.95

Doctoral Purchase Package (Custom Gown, Custom Hood, Tam/Tassel): $750.00

Wearing cords and stoles and cap decorating is permitted as long as it is appropriate and relates to academic celebration.

Stoles and Cords

A Texas State stole featuring the University Seal is available for preorder along with custom regalia. Candidates are not required to purchase this stole. Candidates are welcome to purchase stoles from third party vendors. Stoles and cords are often available by contacting your student organization or sponsoring departments. Cords for bachelor's candidates earning graduation with honors will be available at commencement free of charge.

Cap and Gown

Caps may be decorated as long as it is appropriate and relates to academic celebration. Be mindful of how your decorations may impact those seated around you. Gowns may not be altered in any way including, but not limited to, patches, embroidery, paint, flowers, beads, or the addition of fabrics or other materials. Candidates with altered gowns will be asked to change gowns.

Graduating candidates are encouraged to purchase the custom regalia offered by the University Bookstore. If you purchased traditional regalia from the University Bookstore, please contact them directly for information on regalia exchange.

If you already purchased regalia from a vendor not associated with the University Bookstore, please contact the vendor for return or exchange options.

For spring 2022, custom regalia should be preordered directly through the University Bookstore.

University Bookstore on the San Marcos Campus

Beginning on March 1, 2022, regalia can be preordered by contacting the University Bookstore at 512-245-2273 or 512-245-0854. Candidates and faculty can also initiate a regalia preorder by emailing txstate@bkstr.com and providing their name, degree earned, and other contact information.

Deadlines

Faculty purchase or rental - April 15, 2022

Regalia will be available for pick up by May 2, 2022. Details regarding regalia pick up will be shared as soon as possible.

Yes! Alumni are encouraged to purchase custom regalia as a keepsake. Due to regalia processing for spring 2022 graduates, alumni may not receive their regalia until summer 2022. Please contact the University Bookstore for details.