Commencement at Purdue University is more than a milestone—it is the embodiment of the Boilermaker spirit. It’s the culmination of afternoons on Memorial Mall, late nights in Hicks Library, moments at the Bell Tower, and cheering on the Boilers in Mackey Arena. As you walk across the stage in your cap and gown, the lights of Elliot Hall of Music shining and the roar of your family and classmates filling the historic auditorium, it is not just about receiving a degree—it is about stepping fully into the gold and black legacy that unites generations of Boilermakers.

Bachelor’s Regalia Set for Purdue University
Purdue 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 Purdue University includes a mortarboard cap and tassel with a year charm, specific to your Purdue college requirements. Designed to be lightweight and breathable, the gown celebrates graduates from the College of Liberal Arts, Krannert School of Management, College of Engineering, College of Science, College of Education, and programs across campus, all while reflecting Purdue University’s enduring commitment to sustainability.

Doctoral Regalia for Purdue University
Doctoral graduates step into Purdue University’s most prestigious attire: tailored crepe black gowns accented with gold piping, plush black velvet front panels, and three black velvet chevrons on each bell sleeve. The doctoral hood, lined in Purdue signature colors of luminous black satin with a bold gold chevron, is trimmed in blue velvet to denote the Ph.D. discipline. The ensemble is completed with an eight-sided black 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 Hooding in Loeb Playhouse to future convocations and commencements.

Why CAPGOWN Over the Purdue University Bookstore?
Unlike the Purdue University Bookstore, where regalia can be costly and take weeks to be delivered, CAPGOWN fulfills bachelor’s and doctoral regalia in just one business day—at about half the Purdue University bookstore price. Backed by thousands of verified 5-star reviews from Boilermakers 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 Purdue University commencement committee, making CAPGOWN the trusted alternative source of regalia for Purdue grads. When you wear your regalia from CAPGOWN you can be sure that you will be amongst fellow Boilermakers who have had a photoshoot against Purdue’s picturesque campus and walked across the graduation stage with family and friends cheering you on.

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

Each winter and spring Boilermakers ask the same questions on r/Purdue: “Where’s the best place to get my cap and gown?” or “Is there a cheaper, faster option than the Purdue Bookstore?” The answer is here. This page is your Commencement Central, built for Boilermakers and their families. At CAPGOWN, we don’t just provide regalia for Purdue University—we help you wear your Boilermaker achievement, carry your old gold and black into the future, and walk out of Elliott Hall of Music not only as a graduate, but as a living legacy of Purdue University.

Note: Regalia is suitable for all programs within the following colleges and schools: Purdue University College of Agriculture, College of Education, College of Engineering, College of Health and Human Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, College of Pharmacy, College of Science, College of Veterinary Medicine, Daniels School of Business, John Martinson Honors College, Polytechnic Institute, and College of Veterinary Medicine.