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Regalia

For Undergraduates and Graduates

The UMW regalia ensemble which includes a cap, gown, tassel, hood, and zipper pull may be ordered online. The Bachelor’s Degree Ensemble is $59.98 plus tax, and the Master Degree Ensemble is $64.98 plus tax. A $15.95 home shipping fee and sales tax will be added to each order.
Oak Hall proudly offers gowns made of 100% recycled plastic bottles and is operated out of Roanoke, Virginia.  During COVID-19, Oak Hall is fulfilling online orders.

The UMW Bookstore will have a supply of regalia available for purchase when the University re-opens.

Commencement Cords
Students may be eligible to wear colorful cords denoting University activities and accomplishments outside of the classroom. Cords must be purchased through the University Bookstore when it reopens. The cost of a single cord is approximately $8, double cords, selected by some organizations are approximately $16.
To determine eligibility, please review the criteria here:  http://students.umw.edu/chls/graduation-cords/. For additional information, please contact the Center for Honor, Leadership, and Service at 540-654-2272 or chls@umw.edu.
Activity                                           Cord Color
Athletics (Varsity)                            Gray
Campus Rec Sports Clubs              Red
Community Service                         Light Blue
Horizons program                           Royal Blue
Leadership                                        Green
Multicultural Center                       Purple
Student Activities clubs                 Orange
Veterans                                            Red, White, and Blue