The Rensselaer Bookstore coordinates the rental and sale of caps, gowns, and hoods for the ceremony. Regalia can be ordered from the Bookstore beginning in March 2004. The bookstore can be contacted at (518) 276-6555.

Rensselaer Union Store Hours:
Monday thru Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: Noon – 4 p.m.

Bachelor's and Master's degree candidates:
If you are attending the ceremony, you can purchase regalia which includes a cap, gown, and hood from the Rensselaer Union Bookstore. The regalia will be your personal property following Commencement.

Ph.D. candidates:
You may purchase or rent doctoral regalia at the Rensselaer Union Bookstore. Rented doctoral regalia can be returned immediately following the ceremony, at the Harkness Field.

Faculty members may order their regalia online:
Faculty Regalia Order Form