Dress Code & Academic Dress Hire
Graduation is a formal and celebratory occasion. All graduands are expected to follow the University’s dress code and to wear academic dress for the ceremony.
Academic dress
Graduands are expected to wear academic dress (a gown and hood) for their graduation ceremony.
The hood you wear at graduation will correspond to the award being conferred at your ceremony.
Gown hire
Academic dress is available to hire for University of Glasgow graduation ceremonies. The University works with an appointed supplier, Ede & Ravenscroft, who provide gowns and hoods in the correct styles and colours for our awards. Most graduands choose to hire their academic dress through this service.
- Booking opens: Monday 19 October 2026, 10am
- Booking closes: Friday 20 November 2026, 5pm
To help ensure a smooth and stress-free graduation day, graduands are encouraged to arrange their gown hire as early as possible within the booking period.
Collection on the day: When collecting your gown, please bring your booking or order confirmation with you.
Arrange gown hire through Ede & Ravenscroft
Academic dress is an important part of the graduation ceremony. Having your arrangements in place in advance will help ensure the day runs smoothly and allow you to focus on celebrating your achievement.
Dress code
For your University of Glasgow graduation ceremony, graduands are expected to wear formal attire that reflects the significance of the occasion.
Appropriate dress includes:
- Trousers or skirt and jacket with a shirt
- A suit with a shirt
- Ties can be worn with either of the above if desired
- A dress in the colour of your choice to compliment your gown and hood
- Shoes or boots (please do not wear trainers)
Please note that hats are not traditionally worn during University of Glasgow graduation ceremonies.
National or military dress may be worn where appropriate and is warmly welcomed as part of formal attire.
