Single Color Graduation Honor Cords

Single color graduation cords are the classic way to show an honor at commencement. Each cord in this collection is one solid color, twisted into a sturdy rope with a large bulb tassel on each end. Choose from 17 colors for high school and college graduation, for honor students, honor societies, clubs and school-color cords.

What every cord includes

• 68 inches long from end to end
• Large 4-inch bulb tassel at each end, with secure knotted ends
• Sturdy twisted material that holds its shape all day
• Works for high school and college graduation
• In-stock cords ship within 1-4 business days

Graduation cords color meaning

Every school and honor society picks its own cord colors, but some colors show up again and again. Gold is the most common color for academic honors and often stands for a high GPA or Latin honors such as summa cum laude, magna cum laude or cum laude. Silver is often paired with gold for a second honor level. White is used by many service and honor groups, and red, blue, green and purple are often school colors or the colors of a club or honor society. Your school or group will tell you which color you earned.

How many cords can you wear at graduation?

Most schools let you wear every cord you earned, and many graduates wear two or three. Drape each cord around your neck so both ends hang evenly down the front of your gown. Your school sets the rules, so ask your counselor or advisor first.

Want two colors?

If your honor uses two colors, choose a Double Graduation Honor Cord (two cords tied together) or an Intertwined Honor Cord (two or three colors twisted into one).

Cords for a whole school or club

Honor societies, schools and advisors order cords for every member. Email hello@stoles.com or call 1-855-241-7900 with your colors, quantity and ceremony date, and we will send a group quote.

Single Color Honor Cord FAQ

What do graduation cords mean?

Graduation cords show an honor or membership, such as a high GPA, Latin honors, an honor society, a club or a service group. The meaning of each color is set by your school or organization.

What do gold cords mean at graduation?

Gold cords most often mean academic honors, such as graduating with a high GPA or with Latin honors. Some schools also use gold for a specific honor society.

What cords can you get for high school graduation?

High school seniors often earn cords for honor roll, National Honor Society, clubs, sports, service hours or school spirit. Your school decides which cords students may wear.

Can I buy my own graduation cord?

Yes. Anyone can order a cord here. Many schools and honor societies hand out cords, but students often buy one when theirs was not provided or to match a specific color.