Commencement at UC Berkeley isn’t just a ceremony - it's the culmination of every chapter that defines life on the hill. From Golden Bear Orientation on Sproul Plaza to the all-nighters in Moffitt Library fueled by Philz, from the labs in Etcheverry to debates in Wheeler, to sunsets at the Campanile and rallies at Memorial Glade, the journey has always pointed toward this moment. Walking into Haas Pavilion, hearing the roar of thousands in blue and gold, is not simply turning a tassel—it’s declaring brilliance, perseverance, and belonging to one of the world’s great legacies.

Bachelor's Regalia Set for UC Berkeley
Cal 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 tassel in blue and gold with a year charm - your first step into the Cal alumni family. Lightweight and breathable, the gown is built to celebrate comfortably in Haas Pavilion while reflecting UC Berkeley’s 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 Berkeley-blue chevron. Each hood is finished with velvet trim representing disciplines across Berkeley’s schools— Haas School of Business, Goldman School of Public Policy, School of Education, Public Health, Social Welfare, College of Letters and Sciences and more. Sustainably made from recycled fibers, paired mortarboard cap and tassel in blue and gold with a year charm, the set embodies both Cal pride and academic rigor.

Doctoral Regalia for UC Berkeley
Doctoral graduates take the stage in Berkeley’s most prestigious attire: custom-tailored crepe gowns detailed with gold piping, plush velvet front panels, and three velvet chevrons on each sleeve. Satin-lined hoods with velvet trim represent your field—PhD blue, JD purple, MD green—each a mark of scholarship at its highest level. The set is completed with an eight-sided velvet tam with adjustable fit and tassel options, bundled with a garment bag and carrying case for easy travel to Sather Gate or Doe Library. Available for purchase or rental, it is crafted to meet specifications, honoring a tradition recognized by the Intercollegiate Bureau of Academic Costume, embodying the pinnacle of Berkeley scholarship.

Unlike the Cal Student Store, where regalia can be costly and delayed, for weeks, CAPGOWN ships bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral regalia for UC Berkeley in just 1 business day—at about half the bookstore price. Thousands of verified 5-star reviews from Golden Bears nationwide affirm our quality and durability. Every gown is made with reinforced stitching, plush velvet, and satin linings that photograph beautifully against blue and gold. With simple exchanges and prepaid labels on rentals, you’ll avoid long lines and focus on commencement.

Graduates also extend their milestone with licensed UC Berkeley diploma frames embossed with the university seal—the perfect way to showcase years of dedication. Many Golden Bear graduates also choose custom blue & gold tote bags for Sproul, alumni keepsakes, and panoramas - lasting symbols of identity forged in Berkeley’s lecture halls, quads, and labs.

And if you’ve been asking—as seniors do each spring on r/berkeley—“Where’s the best place to get my cap and gown?” or “Is there a cheaper, faster option than the Student Store?”—you’ve already found the answer. 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 Berkeley achievement, carry your blue and gold into the future, and step out of Haas Pavilion not only as a graduate, but as a living legacy of the University of California, Berkeley.