Commencement at UC Berkeley is more than a milestone—it’s the embodiment of the Golden Bear spirit. It’s the culmination of moments on Sproul Plaza, walks beneath Sather Gate, late nights in Doe Library, and blue-and-gold sunsets over Memorial Glade with the Campanile in view. As you cross the stage in your cap and gown, the lights of Haas Pavilion shining and your family and classmates cheering, it isn’t just about receiving a degree—it’s about stepping fully into the blue and gold legacy that unites generations of Golden Bears.

Bachelor's Regalia Set for UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley 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. The bachelor cap and gown set for UC Berkeley includes a mortarboard cap and a tassel in blue and gold with a year charm, specific to your college requirements. Designed to be lightweight and breathable, the gown celebrates graduates from the College of Letters & Science, College of Engineering, College of Chemistry, Rausser College of Natural Resources, College of Environmental Design, and programs across campus— all while reflecting UC Berkeley’s enduring commitment to sustainability.

Master’s Regalia Set for UC Berkeley
Master’s graduates are distinguished by gowns with oblong sleeves and academic hoods lined in luminous gold satin with a blue chevron signifying UC Berkeley colors. Each hood is finished with velvet trim representing disciplines across UC Berkeley’s schools. Sustainably crafted from recycled fibers and paired with a mortarboard cap and a blue-and-gold tassel with a year charm, the set embodies both Cal pride and the rigor of graduate study.

Doctoral Regalia for UC Berkeley
Doctoral graduates step into UC Berkeley’s most prestigious attire: tailored crepe blue gowns accented with gold piping, plush blue velvet front panels, and three blue velvet chevrons on each bell sleeve. The doctoral hood, lined in UC Berkeley’s signature colors of luminous gold with a bold UC blue chevron, is trimmed in velvet to denote each discipline—Ph.D. blue, JD purple, MD green. 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 Hooding in Zellerbach Hall to future convocations and commencements.

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

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

Each spring Golden Bears ask the same questions on r/berkeley: “Where’s the best place to get my cap and gown?” or “Is there a cheaper, faster option than the Cal Student Store?” The answer is here. This page is your Commencement Central, built for Golden Bears and their families. At CAPGOWN, we don’t just provide regalia for UC Berkeley—we help you wear your Golden Bear achievement, carry your blue and gold into the future, and walk out of the Haas Pavilion not only as a graduate, but as a living legacy of the University of California, Berkeley.

Regalia is suitable for all programs within the following colleges:
UC Berkeley College of Letters & Science, Haas School of Business, College of Chemistry, College of Engineering, College of Environmental Design, Rausser College of Natural Resources, Goldman School of Public Policy, Graduate School of Education, School of Public Health, School of Social Welfare, School of Law (Berkeley Law), School of Journalism, School of Optometry, School of Information, and the College of Computing, Data Science, and Society.
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