Mustangs colors are #0033A0 and #C8102E. Enter those exact hex values in the Studio so your cap, tassel and photo overlay match SMU regalia — then order the matching physical tassel in the same shades.

Plan around a May commencement

SMU ceremonies typically fall in May. Design and order your Class of 2026 tassel and keepsakes a few weeks ahead so everything arrives before Mustangs grads walk.

Show your Dallas pride

Nod to Dallas, Texas in your photo captions and props, and add a 2026 year charm. A Peruna themed sticker makes group Mustangs shots instantly recognizable.

Recognize business achievements

If you earned honors in business or another program, pair your tassel with an honor cord or medal in SMU colors so your accomplishment reads clearly across the stage and in every frame.

SMU graduation FAQs

＋What are SMU's official colors?

SMU's colors are #0033A0 and #C8102E. You can apply those exact hex values to a cap, tassel, and photo in the free Studio, then order a matching physical tassel.

＋When does SMU graduate?

SMU commencement ceremonies typically take place in May. The current graduating class we design for is the Class of 2026.

＋Can I get a Mustangs graduation tassel in school colors?

Yes. Every colorable product can be made in SMU's #0033A0/#C8102E palette — pick the school, enter the colors, or start from a ready-made bundle.

＋How do I customize a SMU graduation photo?

Open the Studio, upload your photo, and set the cap and tassel to SMU's colors with your 2026 year charm. Download the image free, or order the real tassel and keepsakes.

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