Caps & Gowns/Academic Attire
Academic AttireAcademic attire is required for all students. Day division students need to pick up their cap and gown at the Student Center, located at 133 Beacon Street, during the week of May 3-11. DCE students should pick up their cap and gown from their respective site coordinators.
Men should wear black shoes, black socks, dark trousers, white shirt, dark tie, black gown and cap with black tassel and honor cord (if applicable).
Women should wear black shoes, neutral stockings, dress (or dark trousers), black gown and cap with black tassel and honor cord (if applicable).
At the Commencement ceremony, honor cords/academic hoods are the only acceptable items to wear on the outside of the gown; no other ornamentation is permitted*.
*Please remember the importance of this special day; dress appropriately.