1. Apricot
Nursing
Academic Hoods
Graduation Hoods
Academic Hood Degree Color Chart
Academic Regalia Hood Diagram
When ordering a bachelor's, master's, or doctor's hood, you will need to know what colors you want for each of these four areas:
1. Velvet Color: Based on degree and discipline.
2. Lining Color: 1st school color, in the large area.
3. Chevron Color: 2nd school color, in the center.
4. Fabric Color: The standard fabric is black.
Collegiate Degree/Lining/Chevron Colors for Academic Regalia
2. Aquamarine
Foreign Affairs
3. Aquamarine
Optometry
4. Blue-Violet
Architecture
5. Blue-Violet
City Planning
6. Blue-Violet
Regional Planning
7. Blue-Violet
Urban Planning
8. Brown
Dramatic Arts
9. Brown
Fine Arts
10. Drab
Business Education
11. Citron
Sanitary Science
12. Citron
Social Science
13. Citron
Social Service
14. Citron
Social Work
15. Citron
Urban Life
16. Copper
Economics
17. Crimson
Communication
18. Crimson
Journalish
19. Dark Blue
PhD Blue*
20. Dark Blue
Philosophy*
21. Dark Blue
Political Science
22. Dark Blue
Social Ethics
23. Drab
Business Administration
24. Drab
Accounting
25. Drab
Commercial Science
26. Drab
Commerce
27. Drab
Industrial and Labor Relations
28. Gold
Psychology
29. Gray
Veterinary Science
30. Kelly Green
Medicine
31. Kelly Green
Osteopathy
32. Lemon
Library Science
33. Light Blue
Arts in Education
34. Light Blue
Counseling and Guidance
35. Light Blue
Education
36. Light Blue
Pedagogy
37. Light Blue
Religious Education
38. Lilac
Dental Surgery
39. Lilac
Dentistry
40. Maize
Agriculture
41. Midnight Blue
Criminal Justice
42. Nile Green
Chiropody
43. Nile Green
Podiatry
44. Nile Green
Surgical Chiropody
45. Olive
Pharmacy
46. Orange
Civil Engineering
47. Orange
Engineering
48. Peacock Blue
Foreign Service
49. Peacock Blue
Government
50. Peacock Blue
Personnel Services
51. Peacock Blue
Public Administration
52. Peacock Blue
Public Service
53. Pink
Music
54. Purple
Jurisprudence
55. Purple
Law
56. Russet
Conservation
57. Russet
Forestry
58. Saga Green
Physical Science
59. Sage Green
Health and Rehabilitation
60. Sage Green
Hygiene
61. Salmon Pink
Public Health
62. Scarlet
Canon Law
63. Scarlet
Divinity
64. Scarlet
Sacred Theology
65. Scarlet
Theology
66. Science Gold
Criminology
67. Science Gold
Environmental Science
68. Science Gold
Industrial Arts
69. Science Gold
Mathematics
70. Science Gold
Military Science
71. Science Gold
Philanthropy
72. Science Gold
Physics
73. Science Gold
Police Science
74. Science Gold
Science
75. Silver
Chiropractic
76. Silver
Naprapathy
77. Silver
Oratory
78. Silver
Speech
79. White
Arts
80. White
English
81. White
History
82. White
Letters
83. White
Literature
84. White
Sociology
Additional Lining & Chevron Colors
1. Cream
2. Emerald Green
3. Gold
4. Hunter
5. Maroon
6. Navy Blue
7. Red
8. Royal Blue
Graduation stoles for your graduation
Graduation stoles are one of the most meaningful and visually striking accessories worn during commencement ceremonies. Draped over the shoulders and designed in vibrant colors, stoles symbolize academic accomplishments, cultural heritage, honor society membership, athletic involvement, or unique personal achievements. As one of the most photographed elements of graduation attire, a beautifully crafted stole allows students to express individuality while celebrating the significance of their educational journey.
At Gradshop, graduation stoles come in a wide range of styles, colors, and customization options to help every graduate feel represented on their big day. Whether students want a classic satin stole, a department-specific color, a multicultural stole, or a fully personalized stole featuring names, degrees, or graduation years, the right accessory helps elevate the overall look of the cap and gown. Stoles not only enhance ceremony aesthetics but also create lifelong keepsakes that honor the memories and milestones of academic achievement.
Graduation stoles hold deep meaning for students at all levels—from high school and college to honor societies, fraternities, sororities, and professional programs. Many institutions use specific stole colors to denote fields of study, organization affiliations, or special awards, giving graduates the opportunity to showcase the communities that shaped their academic experience. For multicultural graduates, stoles can also reflect heritage, identity, and pride, making the ceremony even more personal and symbolic.
Consumers purchasing a graduation stole should consider factors such as material quality, stitching, length, and color accuracy to ensure the stole complements their gown and photographs beautifully. Gradshop’s stoles are crafted from premium satin for a polished shine that stands out on stage and in photos. With affordable pricing, fast shipping, and customization options, graduates can confidently choose a stole that represents their accomplishments and helps make commencement a memorable celebration.