Fairmont State University

Fairmont State University (FSU) holds its commencement ceremonies for associate, bachelor’s, master’s (and possibly doctoral) graduates in both its May and December schedules. Students must RSVP for commencement, and caps and gowns are required to participate. Order deadlines are set (e.g., by October 21 for Fall) and regalia can be picked up from the campus bookstore.

In the realm of academic regalia, Fairmont State follows a traditional model. Their graduation gown is black, as are their mortarboard caps. The official commencement program confirms that bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral gowns follow classical styles: the bachelor’s gown has long, pointed sleeves; the master’s gown has oblong sleeves; and the doctoral gown features velvet panels and three sleeve bars. Hoods are worn by master’s and doctoral graduates, lined in the university’s colors (maroon & white) and bordered by velvet representing the graduate’s field.

Fairmont State allows students to wear honor cords and stoles, but only from approved honors (cum laude, magna cum laude, summa cum laude) and recognized student organizations. The university’s policy mentions honor cords for academic honors and regalia stoles for student‑athletes, pilots, Honors Program graduates, or members of registered groups. While FSU recognizes three levels of academic honors for bachelor and associate students (cum laude, magna, summa), their public materials do not explicitly define specific colors for tassels, cords, or stoles by honor level.

Faculty regalia is also formal: faculty are required to wear academic gowns at commencement. Doctoral faculty gowns follow traditional velvet‑paneled design; the velvet trim (“bars”) and hood colors may reflect their academic discipline or alma mater. In sum, Fairmont State University emphasizes traditional black graduation gown and cap, formal academic regalia, and provides flexibility for honor cords and stoles — though precise decorative color schemes are not rigidly published in publicly accessible policies.

Fairmont State University Academic Regalia – Cap, Gown & Accessories

Mark your milestone with regalia tailored for Fairmont State University’s commencement.

Gown: Black traditional academic robe aligned with FSU’s commencement dress code.
Cap: Black mortarboard cap, as required by the university’s graduation policy.
Tassel: Included as a standard tassel — no specific color mandated in publicly available FSU guidance.
Honor Cord: Optional honor cords for students graduating with honors or belonging to registered organizations.
Stole: Optional stoles for student groups; publicly documented color‑coding is not specified in FSU’s policies.
Faculty Regalia: Full academic gowns and hoods; velvet accents reflect faculty discipline and institutional tradition.

Perfect for graduates and faculty, this regalia set yields a timeless, respectful presence at Fairmont State’s commencement ceremonies.

Note: To confirm the exact colors of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles for your specific program at Fairmont State University, you can reach out directly to the college's administration or the office responsible for commencement and student services. They can provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding academic regalia.