ACU | Australian Catholic University Graduation Gowns
ACU graduation gowns make the best graduation memorabilia
Congratulations! You have fulfilled all the requirements of your course and will soon be known as an ACU graduate. No mean feat considering that ACU is ranked one of the top 5 universities in Australia for skills development and one of the top 10 in teaching quality. No doubt that ACU expects its students to work hard, think out of the box, innovate and contribute to society before they can call themselves an ACU graduate. You have accomplished all this and more – you deserve to celebrate! Your ACU graduation day is an opportunity to look back on your past accomplishments and look ahead at your chosen career. Your ACU graduation gown is a symbol of both your past and future successes.
Why rental ACU graduation gowns just don't make the cut
Renting seems like an easier option because the ACU graduation registration fee includes the cost of gown rentals, and most students rent their gown. However, it is important to note that ACU will refund more than half of the registration fee back to you if you purchase your gown from a third party provider. You can use this refund amount to purchase a custom fit ACU graduation gown from us. Here are 5 reasons why this is a much better option:
1. It will be home delivered to you well in time for your ceremony
2. You do not have to spend the better part of graduation day standing in long lines to collect and return the gown
3. You don't have to worry about staining or damaging your gown during celebrations
4. You can take unlimited pictures all around the campus – stage photo shoots with friends before graduation day to avoid the crowds at favourite photo spots!
5. Most importantly, you get to keep your ACU graduation gown forever. Why rent when you can buy – at the same price?
Expert ACU graduation gown design that meets uni requirements
There is an unspoken fear that third party gown suppliers can’t meet university quality standards. This is just not true! We are experts in academic dress design and supply graduation gowns to all the top universities across Australia – including University of Melbourne, New England, New Castle and Adelaide (among many others). We understand the subtleties of ACU graduation gown design and take care of every detail from the colour of the hood to the depth of the trimming. Rest assured your ACU graduation gown is in safe hands!
ACU graduation gowns — common questions
What is included in a ACU graduation gown set?
A ACU graduation set from Gowning Street includes a graduation gown, a matching mortarboard (cap) with tassel, and the hood prescribed for your award. The gown is a traditional Cambridge-style, fully fluted academic gown cut from a premium-quality 230GSM polyester weave, and the mortarboard is made from polyester and wool felt with a rigid board, an elasticised fit and a tassel. A full ACU set including the hood is $105; gown-and-cap sets without a hood start from $85.
What size graduation gown and cap should I order for ACU?
Gowns are sized by your height: XS under 158cm, S 159-164cm, M 165-170cm, L 171-177cm and XL 178cm and over.
Mortarboards are sized by head circumference: XS under 46cm, S 47-50cm, M 51-54cm, L 55-59cm and XL over 59cm. If you fall between two sizes, order the larger one. Hoods are one size, so there is no hood measurement to take.
How long does delivery take for ACU graduation regalia?
Orders placed before 12 noon on a weekday leave our warehouse the same day; orders after that leave the next business day. Standard delivery then takes 3-7 business days and express delivery 2-3 business days for most Australian states, with longer transit times to outer regional areas. We ship Australia-wide through Australia Post, and we recommend leaving a buffer before your ceremony during peak graduation periods.
Is it cheaper to buy or hire ACU graduation regalia?
Buying is usually cheaper. Universities typically charge close to $150 to hire a graduation gown for a single ceremony, while a ACU set from Gowning Street starts from $85 — and you keep it afterwards instead of queueing to return it. You can save a further $10 per set when you buy with friends.
Can I return or exchange ACU graduation regalia?
All sales are final and we cannot accept returns for change of mind, because we are a retailer rather than a hire service. If an item arrives defective or incorrect through our error, tell us within 48 hours of receipt and we will replace it or refund it in full, including shipping. If you simply need a different size, submit the exchange form; an exchange costs $10 per item plus shipping, and items must be unworn and in their original packaging with the barcode attached. If you are unsure, contact us or call 1300 401 527 before ordering.
