Official Policy

Academic Regalia Specifications

All candidates participate in commencement wearing standard matte black academic regalia. Students may purchase or rent their gowns, caps, and hoods from any academic supplier of their choice, provided the items meet the exact institutional specifications below.

This page is not an announcement of a commencement ceremony. ACLAS College does not currently host or coordinate an official graduation ceremony.

Institutional Colors & Specifications

Cap Tassel

Solid Crimson Red (#ce0b06) or Solid Black

Hood Interior Lining

Royal Blue (#0a337c)

Hood Chevron (V-Stripe)

Crimson Red (#ce0b06)

MCS Regalia

Academic regalia example — click to enlarge

Academic Hood

Academic hood example — click to enlarge

Master Regalia & Color Matrix

DegreeGownCapVelvet TrimHood LiningChevron
BBABlack Bachelor (Pointed Sleeves)Black MortarboardDrab (#c3b091)Royal BlueCrimson Red
MBABlack Master (Oblong Sleeves)Black MortarboardDrab (#c3b091)Royal BlueCrimson Red
MCSBlack Master (Oblong Sleeves)Black MortarboardGolden Yellow (#ffd700)Royal BlueCrimson Red
DBABlack Doctoral (Bell Sleeves, 3 Bars)8-Sided Black Velvet Tam (or Mortarboard)Drab (#c3b091)Royal BlueCrimson Red
BBA

Gown: Black Bachelor | Cap: Black Mortarboard | Velvet: Drab | Hood: Royal Blue + Crimson Red

MBA

Gown: Black Master (Oblong) | Cap: Black Mortarboard | Velvet: Drab | Hood: Royal Blue + Crimson Red

MCS

Gown: Black Master (Oblong) | Cap: Black Mortarboard | Velvet: Golden Yellow | Hood: Royal Blue + Crimson Red

DBA

Gown: Black Doctoral (Bell, 3 Bars) | Cap: Black Velvet Tam | Velvet: Drab | Hood: Royal Blue + Crimson Red

Student & Vendor Ordering Guide

When purchasing regalia online (e.g., via Amazon, GraduationSource, Herff Jones, or Jostens), follow these instructions by program.

Bachelor of Business Administration

GownStandard Matte Black Bachelor Gown (Pointed Sleeves)
CapBlack Mortarboard
Hood Velvet TrimDrab / Tan (#c3b091)
Hood InteriorRoyal Blue (#0a337c) + Crimson Red (#ce0b06)
BBA Regalia

Academic regalia — click to enlarge

Master of Business Administration

GownStandard Matte Black Master Gown (Oblong Sleeves)
CapBlack Mortarboard
Hood Velvet TrimDrab / Tan (#c3b091)
Hood InteriorRoyal Blue (#0a337c) + Crimson Red (#ce0b06)
MBA Regalia

Academic regalia — click to enlarge

Master of Computer Science

GownStandard Matte Black Master Gown (Oblong Sleeves)
CapBlack Mortarboard
Hood Velvet TrimGolden Yellow (#ffd700)
Hood InteriorRoyal Blue (#0a337c) + Crimson Red (#ce0b06)
MCS Regalia

Academic regalia — click to enlarge

Doctor of Business Administration

GownStandard Matte Black Doctoral Gown (Bell Sleeves, 3 Bars)
Cap8-Sided Black Velvet Tam (or Mortarboard)
Hood Velvet TrimDrab / Tan (#c3b091)
Hood InteriorRoyal Blue (#0a337c) + Crimson Red (#ce0b06)
DBA Regalia

Academic regalia — click to enlarge

Important Notice

  • Academic regalia is optional. ACLAS does not designate or endorse vendors.
  • All costs are the sole responsibility of the student.
  • ACLAS is not involved in third-party orders, payment, delivery, sizing, returns, exchanges, or disputes.
  • Wearing regalia does not constitute proof of credential issuance.
  • Credential authenticity is confirmed only through official ACLAS verification.
  • ACLAS College does not currently host or coordinate an official commencement ceremony.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does ACLAS hold a commencement ceremony?

No. ACLAS College does not currently host or coordinate an official commencement ceremony.

Where can I buy my regalia?

Any academic supplier (Amazon, GraduationSource, Herff Jones, Jostens, etc.) that meets the specifications above.

What color tassel should I use?

Solid Crimson Red (#ce0b06) or Solid Black.

What hood trim color for DBA?

Drab (#c3b091) for Business/Commerce, same as BBA and MBA.

What hood trim color for MCS?

Golden Yellow (#ffd700) for Science/Computer Science.

Can I use my photos online?

Yes. Use the official institution name and do not modify official documents in photos.

Last updated: July 23, 2026