Commencement at the University of Minnesota is more than a milestone—it is the embodiment of the Golden Gopher spirit. It’s the culmination of afternoons on the Northrop Mall, late nights in Wilson Library, moments by the Mississippi River, and cheering on the Gophers in Huntington Bank Stadium. As you walk across the stage in your cap and gown, the lights shining down on 3M Arena at Mariucci and the roar of your family and classmates filling the stands, it is not just about receiving a degree—it is about stepping fully into the maroon and gold legacy that unites generations of Gophers.

Doctoral Regalia for the University of Minnesota
Doctoral graduates step into the University of Minnesota most prestigious attire: tailored crepe maroon gowns accented with gold piping, plush black velvet front panels, and three black velvet chevrons on each bell sleeve. The doctoral hood, lined in the University of Minnesota’s signature colors of luminous gold satin with a bold maroon 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 Northrop Auditorium to future convocations and commencements.

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

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

Each spring Gophers ask the same questions on r/UMN: “Where’s the best place to get my cap and gown?” or “Is there a cheaper, faster option than the Minnesota Bookstore?” The answer is here. This page is your Commencement Central, built for Gophers and their families. At CAPGOWN, we don’t just provide regalia for the University of Minnesota—we help you wear your Gopher achievement, carry your maroon and gold into the future, and walk out of 3M Arena at Mariucci not only as a graduate, but as a living legacy of the University of Minnesota.

Regalia is suitable for all programs within the following schools and colleges:
University of Minnesota College of Biological Sciences; College of Continuing and Professional Studies; School of Dentistry; College of Design; College of Education and Human Development; College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences; College of Liberal Arts; Carlson School of Management; Medical School; School of Nursing; College of Pharmacy; Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs; School of Public Health; College of Science and Engineering; College of Veterinary Medicine; and Law School.