Commencement at Pepperdine University is more than a milestone—it is the embodiment of the Wave spirit. It’s the culmination of afternoons in Alumni Park, late nights in Payson Library, traditions at the Rock, and cheering on the Waves at Firestone Fieldhouse. As you walk across the stage in your cap and gown, the Pacific Ocean shining beyond the Malibu campus and the roar of your family and classmates filling Alumni Park, it is not just about receiving a degree—it is about stepping fully into the blue, white, and orange legacy that unites generations of Waves.

Doctoral Regalia for Pepperdine University
Doctoral graduates step into Pepperdine’s most prestigious attire: tailored crepe blue gowns accented with orange piping, plush blue velvet front panels, and three blue velvet chevrons on each bell sleeve. The doctoral hood, lined in Pepperdine’s signature colors of rich dark blue satin with a bold orange chevron, is trimmed in light blue velvet to denote the Ed.D. discipline. The ensemble is completed with an eight-sided blue velvet tam, adjustable for fit, and a gold bullion tassel for an added touch of prestige. Each regalia set includes a garment bag and carrying case, supporting not just commencement but a lifetime of ceremonial use, from doctoral recognition in Alumni Park on the Malibu campus to future convocations and commencements.

Why CAPGOWN Over Pepperdine’s Preferred Regalia Vendor?
Unlike Pepperdine’s preferred regalia ordering process, where custom regalia can be costly and may require at least six weeks for manufacturing, CAPGOWN fulfills bachelor’s regalia in just one business day—at a significantly more accessible purchase price. Backed by thousands of verified 5-star reviews from Waves nationwide, our regalia are praised for craftsmanship, comfort, and durability that last well beyond the ceremony. Each regalia set is designed to align with Pepperdine’s commencement standards, making CAPGOWN the trusted alternative source of regalia for Pepperdine graduates. When you wear your regalia from CAPGOWN, you can be sure that you will be among fellow Waves who have taken graduation photos in Alumni Park overlooking the Pacific Ocean and crossed the stage with family and friends cheering them on.

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

Each spring, Waves ask the same questions on r/Pepperdine: “Where’s the best place to get my cap and gown?” or “Is there a cheaper, faster option than Pepperdine’s preferred regalia vendor?” The answer is here. This page is your Commencement Central, built for Waves and their families. At CAPGOWN, we don’t just provide regalia for Pepperdine—we help you wear your Wave achievement, carry your blue, white, and orange into the future, and walk out of Alumni Park not only as a graduate, but as a living legacy of Pepperdine University.

Regalia is suitable for programs within the following schools and colleges:
Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, Graziadio Business School, Graduate School of Education and Psychology, Caruso School of Law, School of Public Policy, College of Health Science, and programs across the university.