Commencement at the University of Cincinnati is more than a milestone—it is the embodiment of the Bearcat spirit. It’s the culmination of afternoons on MainStreet, late nights in Langsam Library, moments at Nippert Stadium, and cheering on the Bearcats in Fifth Third Arena. As you cross the stage in your cap and gown—beneath the lights of Fifth Third Arena for Fall Commencement or under the sun at Nippert Stadium for Spring Commencement—the cheers of your family and classmates fill the stands. In that moment, it’s about more than receiving a degree; it’s about stepping into the red and black legacy that unites generations of Bearcats.

Bachelor’s Regalia Set for the University of Cincinnati
UC bachelor’s graduates cross the stage in the traditional matte black gown, sustainably tailored from recycled fibers, with discreet side pockets and a neckline loop to secure stoles. A hidden front hook allows for either a traditional closed silhouette or an open-front style, giving you freedom to showcase your outfit beneath. The bachelor cap and gown set for the University of Cincinnati includes a mortarboard cap and black tassel with a year charm, specific to your UC college requirements. Designed to be lightweight and breathable, the gown celebrates graduates from the College of Arts and Sciences, Carl H. Lindner College of Business, College of Engineering and Applied Science, College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services, and programs across campus, all while reflecting the University of Cincinnati’s enduring commitment to sustainability.

Why CAPGOWN Over the UC Bookstore?
Unlike the UC Bookstore, where regalia can be costly and take weeks to be delivered, CAPGOWN fulfills bachelor’s regalia in just one business day—at about half the UC Bookstore price. Backed by thousands of verified 5-star reviews from Bearcats nationwide, our regalia are praised for craftsmanship, comfort, and durability that last well beyond the ceremony. Each regalia set adheres to the strict standards of the University of Cincinnati commencement committee, making CAPGOWN the trusted alternative source of regalia for UC grads. When you wear your regalia from CAPGOWN you can be sure that you will be amongst fellow Bearcats who have had a photoshoot against Cincinnati’s picturesque campus and walked across the graduation stage with family and friends cheering you on.

Bearcats can also extend their milestone with diploma frames embossed with the University of Cincinnati seal—the perfect way to showcase years of dedication. Many choose custom tote bags, alumni keepsakes, and memorabilia from Cincinnati that carry the spirit of UC after commencement into their professional careers.

Each fall and spring Bearcats ask the same questions on r/ucincinnati: “Where’s the best place to get my cap and gown?” or “Is there a cheaper, faster option than the UC Bookstore?” The answer is here. This page is your Commencement Central, built for Bearcats and their families. At CAPGOWN, we don’t just provide regalia for the University of Cincinnati—we help you wear your Bearcat achievement, carry your red and black into the future, and walk out of Fifth Third Arena or Nippert Stadium not only as a graduate, but as a living legacy of the University of Cincinnati.

Regalia is suitable for all programs within the following colleges and schools:
University of Cincinnati College of Allied Health Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, Carl H. Lindner College of Business, College-Conservatory of Music, College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning, College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services, College of Engineering and Applied Science, College of Law, College of Medicine, College of Nursing, and James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy.