Many graduates wear regalia to cross the stage. Find out about ordering, paying for, pick-up, and return of your regalia.
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When you complete your 'Tell us your graduation plans' form, you'll automatically be advised and invited to order what regalia you need, if any, as relevant to your qualification.

To ensure your regalia is ready in time for the big day, please complete the relevant form for your qualification type by 5pm, Friday 30 October.

If you have any questions or concerns about your regalia, please email graduation@nmit.ac.nz.

What to wear on the big day

The regalia you wear will depend on your qualification. Read our 'what to wear FAQ(external link)' to learn more and see which regalia goes with which qualification.

Express yourself: We warmly encourage graduates to wear formal clothing that they feel comfortable in, and for graduates who wish to celebrate their cultural identity and heritage to wear traditional cultural dress alongside their formal clothing / academic regalia. 

Regalia hire conditions

By reserving and paying for your regalia, you confirm you agree to our regalia hire conditions:

  • You must return your regalia on the day of the ceremony. 
  • Damage/late return costs: You may incur extra costs if regalia is returned late, wet or damaged.
  • Non-return - full cost: You are responsible for returning your regalia and may be charged the full replacement cost if it is not returned.
  • Regalia refunds: If you cannot attend and advise us before the ceremony, or if the ceremony is cancelled, we will provide a full refund.

Regalia help or questions?

Check out our regalia FAQs(external link), or contact the Graduation team: graduation@nmit.ac.nz

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