Commencement at the University of Pennsylvania is more than a milestone—it is the embodiment of the Quaker spirit. It’s the culmination of afternoons on Locust Walk, late nights in Van Pelt Library, moments at the LOVE sculpture, and cheering on the Red and Blue in Franklin Field. As you walk across the stage in your cap and gown, the sun shining down on Franklin Field 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 red and blue legacy that unites generations of Quakers.

Doctoral Regalia for the University of Pennsylvania
Doctoral graduates step into UPenn’s most prestigious attire: tailored crepe maroon and blue gowns accented, plush navy blue or black velvet front panels, and three navy blue or light blue velvet chevrons on each bell sleeve. The doctoral hood, lined in UPenn’s signature colors of luminous maroon satin with a bold blue chevron, is trimmed in velvet to denote each discipline—Ph.D. blue, and Ed.D. light blue. 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 Irvine Auditorium to future convocations and commencements.

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

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

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

Regalia is suitable for all programs within the following schools and colleges:
University of Pennsylvania Annenberg School for Communication, School of Arts and Sciences, Wharton School, School of Dental Medicine, Weitzman School of Design, Graduate School of Education, School of Engineering and Applied Science, Carey Law School, Perelman School of Medicine, the School of Nursing, School of Social Policy & Practice, and School of Veterinary Medicine.