Dress for the ceremony!
The UMW regalia ensemble which includes a cap, gown, tassel, hood, and zipper pull may be purchased in the University Bookstore in Lee Hall. The Bachelor’s Degree Ensemble is $59.98 plus tax, and the Master Degree Ensemble is $64.98 plus tax.
The UMW Bookstore regular hours are Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m.- 4:00p.m. and Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
During Commencement celebrations, May 6 -9, 2021, the hours are as follows:
Thursday, May 6: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday, May 8: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday, May 8: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, May 9: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Advance purchase is available online through our vendor Oak Hall. A home shipping fee and sales tax will be added to each order. If you have a question or concern about an online order placed, please contact Oak Hall customer service at (540) 387-0000.
Oak Hall proudly offers gowns made of 100% recycled plastic bottles and is operated out of Roanoke, Virginia.
Note: The option to order online directly from the vendor has now closed.
Regalia Hoods reflect the degree earned.
Students in the College of Arts and Sciences wear the following hood:
Master of Science in Geospatial Analysis- gold
Bachelor of Arts – white
Bachelor of Science – gold
Bachelor of Liberal Studies – white
Bachelor of Nursing – apricot
Students in the College of Business wear the following hood:
Master of Business Administration – Drab (color similar to taupe)
Bachelor of Science – gold
Students in the College of Education wear the following hood:
Master of Science – gold
Master of Education – light blue
Additional Adornments
Graduates who complete requirements for the University Honors Program wear the blue stole pictured here. No other stoles are authorized to be worn in the ceremony. Students may be eligible to wear colorful cords denoting University activities and accomplishments outside the classroom. Cords must be purchased through the bookstore or presented through SAE. In addition to these cords, students are entitled to wear induction medallions and cords from authorized honor societies.
From Head to Toe
Students are encouraged to personalize their caps. Be creative and have fun!
Dress comfortably for the weather as we will be outdoors for a couple of hours. The University will have clear rain ponchos available for graduates. Umbrellas are not allowed in this venue. Students are strongly advised against wearing shoes with heels as they are a serious tripping hazard on the Campus Recreation Field astroturf.