The SF State Bookstore will have a limited stock of regalia to rent from in-person at the Bookstore beginning May 15.
- May 15-May 24 (Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm, Fridays 9am-3pm)
- Extended hours on Wednesday, May 24 and Thursday, May 25: 9am-7pm
- Friday, May 26; 9am-3pm
- Saturday May 13; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Saturday May 20; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Items at the SF State Bookstore:
- Honor cords will be available before the end of March. (Proof of eligibility needed to confirm orders or purchase in-store) - $13.00
- SFSU Custom Sash - $38.00
- Stole of Gratitude - $22.00
Gown and Hood Returns
To return, all rental regalia needs to be dropped off in return receptacles at Oracle Park exits on May 26 or dropped off/mailed to bookstore by Friday, June 2during business hours. Non-return fee is $300 (purchased regalia price).
You can have someone else pick-up your tickets or regalia if needed. Have them bring a copy of your student ID and the order confirmation to the SFSU Bookstore ticket pick-up and let the staff there know you are picking up on a graduating student’s behalf.
Jostens Regalia Orders
Cap and gown orders typically ship within 5 weeks from the time you ordered. The last day to place online orders to arrive by May 26th was April 14th. If you would like to order items you don't need by May 26, 2023 you can Order from Jostens today!
Any regalia order placed online after Friday, April 14 will not arrive in time for the Commencement ceremony. You can rent regalia from the bookstore between May 15 - May 19, but supplies are limited.
Items available through the Jostens website:
- Bachelor SFSU Custom Unit includes Gown, Cap & Tassel - $45.00 rental
- Master SFSU Custom Unit includes Gown, Cap & Tassel and Hood - $80 rental
- Cap only - $7.00
- Tassel only - $6.00
- Hood rental only - $35.00
- Grad Packs (regalia, diploma frame, announcements) are also available on this site in four different packages
- Shipping costs: $12.95 standard
Design a Custom Stole
Choose from a selection of custom SF State graduation stoles, or design your own with CollegeWear's Stole Design Tool!
All orders are produced on demand and ship within 3-5 weeks. The last day to order stoles and ensure delivery before Commencement is April 15th, 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
My order was wrong or didn’t include everything – what should I do?
Graduates with incorrect orders can reach out to Jostens for assistance by phone at their Customer Service Line – 1-800-854-7464
When can I expect my order?
Cap and gown orders typically ship within 5 weeks from the time you ordered. The last day to place online orders to arrive by May 26th is April 14th. You will receive an order info email along with a link for tracking.
What if I miss the Online Order deadline?
The SFSU Bookstore will have a limited stock of regalia to rent from in-person at the Bookstore from May 15th-May 19th.
Guest Tickets
Renting or purchasing regalia through the Jostens website or through the Bookstore* will qualify you to receive up seven (7) Commencement tickets. Tickets will be available for pick-up at the SFSU Bookstore:
- May 8-May 24 (Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm, Fridays 9am-3pm)
- Extended hours on Wednesday, May 24 and Thursday, May 25: 9am - 7pm)
- Friday, May 26; 9am-3pm
- Saturday May 13; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Saturday May 20; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
You can have someone else pick-up your tickets or regalia if needed. Have them bring a copy of your student ID and the order confirmation to the SFSU Bookstore ticket pick-up and let the staff there know you are picking up on a graduating student’s behalf.
Graduates do not need a ticket to enter as long as you are wearing SF State regalia. All guests need a ticket with the exception of children younger than 2.