Orders placed after February 17th, 2024 cannot be guaranteed to arrive in time for Spring Commencement.

The University of Minnesota is proud to present a custom-designed doctor gown tailored exclusively for the University of Minnesota's doctor of philosophy degree holders. The Minnesota Centenary Ph.D. Gown commemorates the first Ph.D. granted by the University in 1888.

This distinctive gown features comfortable maroon Texalure fabric with black velvet chevrons and front panels accented with gold metallic braid. Also available to purchase as part of the doctoral apparel is an eight-side doctoral tam with a gold metallic bullion tassel.

The Minnesota Centenary Gown is available exclusively at the U of M Bookstores and is hand sewn for each graduate. This item is non-returnable.

Watch this video for assistance in measuring for your custom gown.

Important note: Due to the custom nature of this gown, we cannot exchange or refund this gown once payment has been processed. Please ensure that your measurements are correct, and email gradgarb@umn.edu with any questions.