Regalia
In order to participate in the ceremony, students must wear appropriate regalia. Anyone without regalia will not be allowed to walk in the ceremony.
Caps, Gowns, Tassels, Hoods, Invitations, etc.
Ordering
It is now past the deadline to order directly from Herff Jones.
If you need graduation regalia for Spring Commencement 2026, the UWF Bookstore has it available for purchase now through the day of graduation.
If you are local, please visit the bookstore to make your purchase. If you are remote, please visit uwfshop.com, where regalia packages are available for purchase starting Friday, April 3rd.
If you have any questions, please email askuwfbookstore@uwf.edu
Bookstore hours of operation:
Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Special Additions
When ordering special additions (stoles, pins, sashes, cords, hood colors, etc.) for graduation, make sure you know the Academic Colors recognized for honor societies, organizations, and graduate hoods at UWF.
I do not see a cord or stole listed for my organization. Who do I speak to about that?
Please speak to the person in charge of your organization. If your organization would like to purchase cords or stoles, contact the UWF Bookstore.
What if I need to purchase individual items instead of the entire graduation regalia package?
Individual items (caps, gowns, hoods, tassels,etc.) are not available for order online.
Please visit the UWF Bookstore or call 850.474.2150 to place an order. Graduation regalia and accessories purchased in-store or over-the-phone are not eligible for returns.
| Individual Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Stole of Appreciation (All students) | $40.00 |
| BSN Stole (Nursing Students Only) OR College Specific Stole |
$50.00 |
| Gold Honor Stole (Must have a 3.5 GPA or higher) | $40.00 |
| Gold Honor Cord (Must have a 3.5 GPA or higher) | $15.00 |
| Souvenir Tassel Keychain (while supplies last) | $14.75 |
Tassels
Undergraduate students should wear the tassel on the right side of the cap. After all the undergraduate degrees are conferred, the President will ask students to participate in the traditional “changing of the tassel ritual” in which the tassel is moved to the left side of the cap.
Graduate students should wear the tassel on the left side of the cap.
Dress Code
While there is no formal dress code, students should dress appropriately for this symbolic occasion. Students should not wear athletic shoes, flip flops, jeans, or shorts.