Regalia

All graduates must wear regalia to participate in the University or SPD ceremonies.
The hood colors are listed below. If you are graduating with a certificate, you should wear the hood of the highest degree you have earned.
You can place the order by March 6, 2026 and pick up your regalia at SBU Campus Store. If you are having it shipped to your home, you have until April 27, 2026 (shipping fees apply; see website for details). Please contact SBU Campus Store with any questions.
If you are in need and experiencing financial hardship that would prevent you from purchasing a cap and gown, the Graduate Student Organization (GSO) is collaborating with the Student Support Team to make Commencement regalia accessible. Please visit the Student Support Team website for more information on the Regalia Loaner Program and how to apply. We look forward to your applications and seeing you at commencement!

Program	Hood Color
Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration	Light Blue
Master of Arts in Liberal Studies	White
Master of Arts in Teaching	Light Blue
MS in Human Resource Management	Drab
Any Advanced Graduate Certificate	Students should wear the hood of the highest degree earned (e.g., if you have a bachelor of arts, you will wear a white hood)
Post-Master's AGC in Educational Leadership/School District Business Leadership	Students should wear the hood of the highest degree earned (e.g., if you have a Master of Arts in Teaching, you will wear a light blue hood)