Graduation Apparel and Related Items
Regalia Overview
Academic regalia are the traditional dress for degree candidates and faculty participating in a Commencement ceremony. To participate in the ceremony, you will need University-approved regalia.
Please note, only students who have been approved for participation by the Office of the Registrar are permitted to purchase regalia. If you have not applied and have now decided to attend, please contact the Office of the Registrar and Academic Events.
Regalia Purchase Options
Herff Jones is the approved supplier for caps and gowns for Loyola University Maryland graduates. To prepare for Commencement, students should purchase their cap and gown online.
Option 1
Evergreen Campus Pickup - DEADLINE FOR CAMPUS PICKUP IS MARCH 19, 2024
Purchase your cap and gown online for a discounted price and pick it up at the Loyola Bookstore on Thursday, April 25 or Friday, April 26 between 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Option 2
Direct Delivery – DEADLINE FOR DIRECT DELIVERY IS APRIL 22, 2024
Purchase your cap and gown online for and have it shipped to your desired address (shipping charges apply).
How to Wear Your Academic Regalia
Different degrees have different academic regalia. Please review the videos below.
Undergraduate Candidates
Please review this video to understand how to wear your cap and gown.
Graduate Candidates
Please review this video to understand how to wear your cap and gown.
Doctoral Candidates
Please review this video to understand how to wear your cap and gown.
Graduation Vendors
We are proud to partner with the following vendors for official Loyola University Maryland commencment items.
- Herff Jones (Caps, gowns, announcements, and diploma frames)
- Jostens Class Jewelry (Class rings)
- Loyola University Maryland Bookstore (Diploma frames and alumni gifts)
Event Information
Saturday, May 18, 202411 a.m.
CFG Bank Arena
201 W. Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD 21201