Articles in this category If I do not attend graduation, how do I receive my diploma? Diplomas are printed by an outside company and it normally takes 6-8 weeks after Commencement to be printed and mailed. Make sure that the Registrar's Office has your correct mailing address. Where can I find information about caps, gowns, invitations, photographs and commencement day activities? Information regarding Commencement can be found on the Georgia Tech Commencement website. Caps, gowns, and masters hoods should be purchased through the I have questions about my Doctoral Hood, can you help me? Ph.D. candidates participating in Commencement will receive their hoods as a gift from the Institute. Students who will not be attending the ceremony may request to have their hood mailed to them. Cl...