Commencement Regalia

Caps, Gowns, and Tassels

Students are responsible for obtaining their own caps and gowns. Caps and gowns are required for commencement participation. They will be on sale beginning April 22, 2026 up through the day of commencement at the Allan Hancock College Bookstore. Caps, gowns, and tassels are all sold together or individually (price list below).

Gown sizes are based on height and weight and come in regular, X-large and XX-large and they are yours to keep after graduation. 

For graduation regalia questions or special requests, please contact the Bookstore at 805-922-2391 or hancockcollege@bkstr.com.

Price List

Cap/Gown (all sizes)/Tassel Bundle	$46.75
Cap (all sizes)	$9.00
Gown (all sizes)	$31.00
Black or Gold Tassel	$7.00
1st Gen Stole: White, Gold or Red	$45.00
AHC Achievement Stole	$45.00
Multicutural Serape	$45.00
Pride Stole	$45.00
Grad Announcements Pack of 10	$24.00
Academic Moulding Diploma Frame	$116.00
Classic Moudling Diploma Frame	$136.00

**prices do not include sales tax

What is the difference between the black and gold tassels?
The standard tassel is the black tassel. The gold tassels are reserved for students with a 3.50 G.P.A or higher as indicated by the Admissions and Records honor list. Gold tassels will be available to purchase from the bookstore starting May 1, 2026.

How do I care for my gown?
The gowns should not be washed, ironed, or dry-cleaned as they are mainly for one-time use. Upon first removal from wrapping, the gown can be hung up during a shower allowing the steam to lightly remove most wrinkles.

Borrow Graduation Gown

The Basic Needs Center seeks to assist students who have a financial need with a graduation gown for the duration of the graduation ceremony. Don't let the cost prevent you from participating in the ceremony. The gowns are given on loan and should be returned to the Basic Needs Center after graduation.

Request to Borrow Grad Gown
**Students will receive a response in mid-April.**

For questions, contact Jannet Rios.

Transfer Stars

Students who are transferring can receive a transfer medallion by submitting the Transfer Recognition Award Form to the University Transfer Center by May 1, 2026 or stop by the UTC in A-205.

Faculty Rental Order

Faculty that need to rent graduation regalia, please submit the order form to y.murphycovello@follett.com NO later than Friday, March 27, 2026.

Other Graduation Items Available

Graduation rings are available online at: https://collegerings.herffjones.com/.

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