Impeccably crafted, this doctoral regalia rental set is tailored for University of Wisconsin–Madison graduates and follows the institution’s distinctive academic styling. The complete rental includes a doctoral gown, discipline-appropriate hood, and eight-sided black velvet tam.

Doctoral regalia represents years of academic dedication and achievement. Our rental service offers a convenient way to arrive commencement-ready while preserving UW–Madison’s cardinal tradition.

NOTE: The UW–Madison crest emblem is not included with this rental set. The University Book Store regalia includes the emblem.

Complete Doctoral Regalia Rental for University of Wisconsin-Madison

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MATERIALS
Gown: Polyester Crepe | Plush Velvet
Hood: Polyester Crepe | Satin | Plush Velvet
Tam: Plush Velvet | Satin

DETAILS
Gown

  • Black Doctoral Gown
  • Cardinal-Red Velvet Front Panels and Three Sleeve Chevrons
  • Traditional Bell Sleeves
  • Full-Length Zipper and Two Side Pockets

  • Hood
  • Four-Foot Doctoral Hood
  • Discipline-Colored Velvet Trim
  • Cardinal-Red Satin Lining

  • Tam
  • Eight-Sided Black Velvet Tam
  • Adjustable Fit
  • Traditional UW–Madison Tassel Color: Gold

  • CARE INSTRUCTIONS
    Dry Clean Only

    Impeccably crafted, this doctoral regalia rental set is tailored for University of Wisconsin–Madison graduates and follows the institution’s distinctive academic styling. The complete rental includes a doctoral gown, discipline-appropriate hood, and eight-sided black velvet tam.

    Doctoral regalia represents years of academic dedication and achievement. Our rental service offers a convenient way to arrive commencement-ready while preserving UW–Madison’s cardinal tradition.

    NOTE: The UW–Madison crest emblem is not included with this rental set. The University Book Store regalia includes the emblem.

    Select Your Regalia

    We serve the doctoral communities of many distinguished Universities

    Measure Online

    Submit your size using our easy sizing guide on our product rental page

    Try it On

    Receive your regalia a full week prior to your ceremony date

    Keep What You Love

    Option to keep the tam, hood, or entire set as a remembrance of your big day at a discounted rate!

    Return With Ease

    Use the return label included in your order to ship your regalia back for free

    UW–Madison black doctoral gown with cardinal-red velvet panels and sleeve chevrons
    Designed for Commencement

    Gown

    The doctoral gown showcases elegant bell sleeves and is embellished with meticulously placed red velvet chevrons. The front panels are graced with the same rich black velvet, paying homage to the time-honored tradition of the classic Doctoral Gown. Two side pockets are also constructed to allow easy access to your belongings. All our ceremonial gowns meet the University of Wisconsin-Madison specifications registered with the Intercollegiate Bureau of Academic Costume.

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    University of Wisconsin–Madison Ph.D. hood with blue velvet trim
    Designed for Commencement

    Hood

    The doctoral hood is trimmed with blue velvet denoting a Ph.D. The interior of the hood; is lined with luxurious red satin, designed to display your institutional affiliation with University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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    University of Louisville eight-sided black velvet doctoral tam with gold tassel
    Designed for Commencement

    Tam

    The eight-sided black velvet tam comes complete with a silk tassel, imparting a sense of regal elegance to your academic ensemble. For those seeking an extra touch of luxury, there is also the choice to elevate your tam with a splendid gold bullion tassel, available for an additional fee of just $10.

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    Rating of 4 means .
    The rating of this product for "" is 3.
    Designed for Commencement

    Gown

    The doctoral gown showcases elegant bell sleeves and is embellished with meticulously placed red velvet chevrons. The front panels are graced with the same rich black velvet, paying homage to the time-honored tradition of the classic Doctoral Gown. Two side pockets are also constructed to allow easy access to your belongings. All our ceremonial gowns meet the University of Wisconsin-Madison specifications registered with the Intercollegiate Bureau of Academic Costume.

    Rating of 1 means .
    Rating of 4 means .
    The rating of this product for "" is 1.

    Hood

    The doctoral hood is trimmed with blue velvet denoting a Ph.D. The interior of the hood; is lined with luxurious red satin, designed to display your institutional affiliation with University of Wisconsin-Madison.

    Rating of 1 means .
    Rating of 4 means .
    The rating of this product for "" is 2.

    Tam

    The eight-sided black velvet tam comes complete with a silk tassel, imparting a sense of regal elegance to your academic ensemble. For those seeking an extra touch of luxury, there is also the choice to elevate your tam with a splendid gold bullion tassel, available for an additional fee of just $10.

    Rating of 1 means .
    Rating of 4 means .
    The rating of this product for "" is 3.
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