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Commencement
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Graduation Gear at the Stanford Bookstore

Academic attire is required to participate in many Commencement Weekend activities and will be available to rent or purchase from the Stanford Bookstore.

Dates and Deadlines

Monday, March 7 – Cap & Gown ordering website goes “Live”

Wednesday, April 13 – In-store Grad Fair from 3-6 p.m. & custom regalia/class ring ordering deadline (to have in time for commencement)

Monday, April 25 – Student/Faculty online cap & gown pre-order deadline

Monday, May 16 – Last day for students to order for home delivery ($12.95 shipping)

Friday, May 27 – Last day for students to order for home delivery with RUSH delivery ($19.95 shipping)

Tuesday, May 31 – Pre-order cap & gown distribution begins (Stanford Bookstore lower level)

Thursday, June 2 – Open stock distribution begins (Stanford Bookstore lower level)

Note: To guard against continuing delays in the supply chain, we recommend you place your order as early as possible.

Have questions? Visit or email the Stanford Bookstore at stanford@bkstr.com.

Order regalia, announcements, class rings and more
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Cap and Gown Orders

All graduates are required to wear a cap and gown to process in the main Commencement ceremony and Baccalaureate celebration. Academic attire will be available to rent or purchase through the Stanford Bookstore. 

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