This custom doctoral regalia set is designed for graduates of Columbia University doctoral programs, crafted to align with commonly recognized academic regalia standards used by U.S. universities.
The set includes a doctoral gown, velvet-trimmed hood, and traditional doctoral tam, suitable for PhD and other doctoral-level commencements.
This is a custom-made academic regalia set, not an official or university-issued product.
Our experience with doctoral regalia allows us to support PhD, DMin, EdD, and other doctoral-level graduates with accurate customization and professional presentation.
What’s Included
Each doctoral regalia set includes
-
Doctoral Gown
Traditional doctoral gown silhouette with full-length sleeves and velvet sleeve bars, tailored for formal commencement ceremonies.
-
Doctoral Hood
Fully lined hood featuring discipline-appropriate colors and velvet edging, constructed according to widely accepted U.S. academic hood standards.
-
Doctoral Tam
Soft velvet doctoral tam with tassel, designed to complete the formal doctoral regalia appearance.
Customization Options
Customization options are available to match your specific academic requirements, including:
- Gown color and velvet panel selection
- Hood lining and velvet trim colors
- Optional embroidery (initials or custom text)
- Tam size and style options
Please email us your customization requirements after placing your order. A mockup will be provided for confirmation before production.
⭐ Doctoral Gown ( PhD )
-
Color: Sky Blue
-
Material: Premium 160g woven polyester — smooth, structured, and drapes beautifully
-
Velvet Panels: black velvet — soft to the touch and visually rich
Design Features:
- Full-length pleats for a formal silhouette
- Bell sleeves with velvet chevrons
- Hidden zipper closure
- Breathable and comfortable for long ceremonies
This gown style — sky blue body + black velvet — is the most recognized regalia for Columbia University doctoral graduates.
⭐ Doctoral Hood (royalblue+skyblue+white)
Designed according to regular color guidelines and crafted with a combination of premium fabrics for a rich, layered effect.
Main Body Fabric:
black, matching the velvet (160g woven polyester)
Velvet Field:
Royal Blue velvet — used for the academic discipline color (Philosophy)
Lining:
The hood lining is constructed with three layers to reflect colors:
Sky Blue— primary lining
White — middle accent layer
Sky Blue — bottom lining for added depth and structure
Details:
- Full-length doctoral hood
- High-quality velvet neckband
- Brilliant, deep color saturation
- Designed to drape perfectly for photos and ceremonies
⭐ Doctoral Tam (PhD 8-Sided Cap) + Gold Tassel
Tam:
Traditional 8-sided doctoral tam, matching most PhD standard(If you need other sided tam pls email us: support@cagraduation.com)
Black velvet for an elegant, professional appearance
Comfortable interior with adjustable fit
Tassel:
Gold metallic tassel (iron gold thread for durability)
Attaches securely to the tam with a button
Customization & Sizing Notice
Our customization options are designed to cover most standard requests. If you would like to change something that is not listed in the product options, feel free to email us — we’re happy to assist with additional customization.
If you’re unsure about sizing or need a special/custom size, please contact us by email as well. Thank you!
Production & Delivery
-
Standard custom production takes 4–6 weeks.
-
Rush service is available with a $60 rush fee, reducing production time to approximately 2–3 weeks.
-
Each order is produced specifically for you and is not mass-produced
FAQ
Q1 Is this regalia suitable for Columbia University PhD commencement?
A：Yes. This set is designed to be compatible with typical doctoral regalia requirements followed by Columbia University for PhD and other doctoral-level ceremonies.
Many graduates choose custom regalia like this for commencement, hooding ceremonies, and professional photos.
Q2 Is this an official Columbia University doctoral regalia set?
A：No. This is a custom-made doctoral regalia set designed to match commonly recognized academic dress standards used by U.S. universities, including Columbia University.
We are not affiliated with or endorsed by Columbia University, and this product is not an official university-issued item.
This product is a custom academic regalia set inspired by standard doctoral dress guidelines.We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or officially endorsed by Columbia University.University names are used solely for reference and compatibility purposes.
Expected delivery time
Delivery time = processing time + shipment time
Order processing time
-In-stock products: delivery within 1-3 business days
-Customized products: delivery within 25-35 days
Expedited Service: We offer expedited processing for custom products. Please check the expedited option on the product page or contact us for details, additional expedited fees apply.
Mixed custom and stock orders: If your order contains both stock and custom products, the processing time will be calculated based on the custom product. We can also ship your order separately for an additional charge.
Shipping Time
It is based on the method you select at checkout. Please see below for shipping method information.
Estimated Delivery Date
We will provide an estimated delivery date at checkout below, which is based on the product's processing time and the shipping time you select.
Please note that delivery dates are estimates and are not guaranteed dates. Couriers do not deliver on weekends and may be subject to holidays and special events.
Shipping Costs and Methods (US Only)
Shipping costs are based on your order total. We have three different shipping service:
- Grand Standard Shipping: Total (8-20 business days)
- Expedited Delivery:(5-7 business days)
- Priority Delivery: (3-5 business days)
Most of orders are free shipping for post service (Grand Standard Shipping). For more information for other shipping service, kindly reference to product page.
Shipping Costs and Methods (International)
We ship to all over the world. International shipping costs and methods depend on the country/region to which the order is shipped, the weight of the order and the shipping company chosen.
The best way to get shipping costs and methods for your order is to place a mock order online.
Out of Stock
-If any item is out of stock, one of our customer service representatives will contact you by phone or email with an alternative item. We will ask if you would like to proceed with your order or change your order. You also have the option to return the item.
Orders
1) Do you offer free samples for bulk orders?
Yes, we do offer free samples to schools, churches and organizations to get a feel for our high quality products before ordering in bulk. Please contact the sales team via support@cagraduation.com Sample shipping charges may apply.
2) How do I place an order?
We strongly recommend that you place your order online for fast processing. However, we also accept orders via email and phone. You can also send us an email with your order information and then our sales team will respond within 24 hours. You can also place your order over the phone and our customer service will help you every step of the way to complete your order.
3) How do I track the status of my order?
- Click the "Track order" button at the top of the homepage. Enter your email and order ID to view tracking information
- You can register an account during checkout. You can then access the account to track the status of your order very easily. If you do not want to sign up for an account, you can also view the emails we send you automatically, such as order confirmation emails, shipment emails, etc.
4) What is your return policy?
We usually accept order returns within 30 days of your receipt of the goods. For more information, please check the return policy page
5) Do you offer discounts for bulk orders?
Yes, we do offer quantity pricing for bulk orders, please check the detailed product pages for quantity pricing. In addition to this, we also offer discounts of 7%-30% on seasonal order quantities, please check our ads on the website or sign up for the coupon newsletter.
Payment
1) What payment options do you accept?
Online payment option 1: Credit and debit cards (VISA/Mastercard/Discovery)
Online payment option 2: PayPal (VISA/Mastercard/Discovery American Express)
Offline payment option: If you are unable to pay via the two online payment options above, you can still place your order via the offline payment option. Our sales team will contact you as soon as possible to obtain the pending order. Or, if you would like to pay by check, PO, bank transfer, Western Union, please also select the offline payment option and sales can provide you with an alternative payment method. If you choose to pay offline, please send us an email.
2) What if my credit card doesn't go through?
The main reason is a billing mailing address mismatch, which means that the address you fill in does not match the records of the credit card company that addresses it. Since most credit cards only check the zip code, please correct the zip code and try again. If it does not go through, please check the details and correct the address. If it still doesn't work, you can still try another payment method PayPal or place an order via offline payment and our sales team will contact you as soon as possible to get the pending order.
3) Do you accept purchase orders?
Yes, we do accept orders from schools or organizations. However, we may require payment prior to shipping. Please select the offline payment method and send your order to support@cagraduation.com and our sales team will contact you within 24 hours.
4) Do you accept checks or money orders?
Yes, we do. Please select an offline payment method when placing your order and our sales team will contact you for check payment instructions.
5) Do you accept partial payments, such as large deposits?
Yes, but only for large custom orders over $6,000.
6) When I check my account, the money has been charged twice or more. What should I do now?
If you were charged twice for an order, or paid extra for the amount shown on the order, please contact us. We will check our account and once confirmed, we will issue a refund via Paypal within 2 to 3 days.
Shipping
1) How long will my order take?
Estimated delivery time = processing time + shipment time
Processing time: 1-3 business days for stock items. Processing time for custom products is 14-21 business days. (Some custom products may require expedited processing time, please see the product page for details and additional charges)
Shipping time: (varies with processing time)
Available shipping methods are as follows.
-Postal Service (7-10 business days)
-Conventional shipping (5-7 business days)
-FedEx economy shipping (4-5 business days)
-FedEx or DHL emergency shipping (1-3 business days)
Postal service is only available for small orders weighing up to 5 pounds.
Shipping options and times vary by country/region. You can check shipping times by placing a mock order on our website. Please remember that shipping times are in addition to processing times. You will need to add the processing time and shipping time together to get a time estimate for your order. To check more shipping details, please click here.
2) How do I track my order shipments?
If you registered for an account when you placed your order
- Log into your account (the "My Account" access link is located in the black bar above the web URL)
- In the Dashboard, find your order and check the status of your order. If it says "Complete", the order has been shipped.
- Click on "View Order" to go to the order information page where you will see "Track your item", click on it and you will get the tracking number and shipping company.
- If the tracking information is not shown on the tracking page, you can get the tracking information on the tracking page or on the carrier's website.
If you did not register an account when you placed your order
- Check the email you used for your order, search for CA Graduation email
- If the order has been shipped, you will receive an email with the subject line "CA Graduation: Order #xxxxx for shipment #xxxx".
- The tracking number and carrier information is located at the bottom of the email
- Please visit the carrier's website for tracking
Freight carrier tracking links.
USPS Tracking Links: https://tools.usps.com/go/TrackConfirmAction_input
FedEx Tracking Links: https://www.fedex.com/en-us/home.html
DHL Tracking Link: https://www.dhl.com/cn-en/home/tracking.html?locale=true
DHL eCommerce Tracking Link：https://ecommerceportal.dhl.com/track/
3) Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we ship products worldwide. We ship products worldwide by post service or Fedex, DHL or UPS.
4) What is the cost of shipping?
Shipping costs depend on the shipping method you choose and the number of orders you place. You can check the shipping costs by placing a mock order on our website, or if you need to place a large order, you can also contact our sales team for a quote.
