Academic Regalia
All regalia orders (cap/gown/tassels) must be placed through Jostens.
Order RegaliaCaps and gowns*
Deadline for ship to the UB Bookstore orders
| Regalia | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctoral | Wednesday, March 13, 2024 |
| Associate | Wednesday, March 27, 2024 |
Deadline for ship to home orders
| Regalia | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctoral | Thursday, March 28, 2024 |
| Associate | Thursday, April 11, 2024 |
* Please note that the cost of regalia is not included in your graduation fee.
Important things to know:
Forms of payments include cash, Visa, or MasterCard. It is important to check your merchandise at the time of purchase. Each regalia order will include a 2025 tassel. All doctorate regalia are customized per graduate. Return Policy: Merchandise is non-refundable.
Academic degree colors and trim width for hoods list:
| Degree | Hood color and trim width |
|---|---|
| Associate of Arts (A.A.) | N/A |
| Associate of Science (A.S.) | N/A |
| Bachelor of Science (B.S.) | Yellow 2″ |
| Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Dental Hygiene | Lilac 2″ |
| Bachelor of Science (B.S.N.) Nursing | Apricot 2″ |
| Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) | White 2″ |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) | Dark Brown 2″ |
| Bachelor of Music (B.M.) | Pink 2″ |
| Master of Science (M.S.) | Yellow 3″ |
| Master of Science (M.S.) Education | Light Blue 3″ |
| Master of Science (M.S.) Dental Hygiene | Lilac 3″ |
| Master of Science (M.S.) Physician Assistant | Kelly Green 3″ |
| Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) | Brown 3″ |
| Master of Arts (M.A.) - EAPRS - | Dark Blue 3″ |
| Master of Public Health | Salmon 3″ |
| Sixth Year Education | Light Blue 3″ |
| Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) | Light Blue 5″ |
| Doctorate in Philosophy | Royal Blue 5″ |
| Doctorate in Health Sciences (D.H.Sc.) | Sage Green 5″ |
The satin lining of the hood represents academic institution attended; the school colors for University of Bridgeport are purple and white. Tassels on caps are worn on the right and are moved to the left when degrees are conferred.
Please call the bookstore at 203‑576‑4804 before picking up your regalia.
UB Bookstore
Richard Hebert, Manager
Wahlstrom Library, garden level
Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Address126 Park Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06604
- Phone203-576-4804
- Fax203-576-4802
- Websitebridgeport.edu/bookstore
If you will not be able to pick up your cap and gown in person, please arrange directly with the UB Bookstore to have your regalia mailed to you. This request must be made no later than April 1, 2025. Shipping and handling fees will be charged based on locations of shipment and date of initial request. Please call (203) 576-4804 or email bookstore manager, Richard Hebert at for more information.
A note about regalia extras:
Candidates will receive their honor cords or pins from honor societies that are recognized at University of Bridgeport from their respective colleges. Please reach out to your program director for more details.