All graduating students participating in the University-wide Commencement and the Harvard Griffin GSAS Diploma Awarding Ceremonies are required to wear the official Harvard regalia as approved by the Harvard University Commencement Office and distributed by the Harvard Coop.
Purchasing Regalia
The deadline to purchase a custom gown for Commencement has passed. The custom orders processing time is currently eight weeks, plus transit time within the US. For international deliveries, add two weeks.
Rental Regalia
Master's Degree Candidates
The deadline for ordering rental regalia online has passed. You should pick up your regalia at the Harvard Square Coop (Old 18 Palmer Street Location - Ground Floor) during regalia distribution from Tuesday, May 14 to Thursday, May 23, 2024. If you did not order regalia, you may be able to pick extras at this time.
PhD Candidates
Students receiving a PhD degree participating in Commencement activities do not need to pre-order or reserve a gown. You should pick up your rental gown at the Harvard Square Coop (Old 18 Palmer Street Location - Ground Floor) during regalia distribution from Tuesday, May 14 to Thursday, May 23, 2024.
Returning Rental Regalia
Regalia returns must be made by June 7, 2024 to the Harvard Square Coop (1400 Massachussetts Avenue Location - 3rd Floor).
For specific questions, please contact customerservice@thecoop.com.
