Choosing the right frame size is essential to showcase your achievement beautifully. Our Size Guide is here to help you identify the exact dimensions of your diploma, ensuring a flawless fit for your custom frame. Simply match your diploma’s measurements to our guide below, and shop confidently knowing your frame will be the perfect fit.
Product Size to Select
Bachelors Degree
11″ x 8 1/2″
Associate Degree
11″ x 8 1/2″
Doctoral Degree
(Excluding Medical Degrees)
14″ x 11″
Medical School
22″ x 15 3/4″
Width
Height
Product Size to Select
Bachelors Degree
11 Inches
8 1/2 Inches
11″ x 8 1/2″
Associate Degree
11 Inches
8 1/2 Inches
11″ x 8 1/2″
Doctoral Degree
(Excluding Medical Degrees)
14 Inches
11 Inches
14″ x 11″
Medical School
22 Inches
15 3/4 Inches
22″ x 15 3/4″
Many graduates wonder, “What size is a diploma?”— but the answer varies by institution. In the United States, a standard diploma size typically measures 8.5″ x 11″ for high school diplomas, while colleges often use 11″ x 14″. However, there’s no universal rule: some technical schools, community colleges, and even specific programs within a university may opt for slightly different dimensions. A few institutions—like UVA— may have unique sizing altogether, so be sure to measure your diploma before selecting a size.
Beyond the numbers, orientation (portrait vs. landscape) can also differ, which is why it’s so important to verify your own diploma’s exact width and height. Taking just a moment to confirm these measurements before purchasing or customizing a diploma frame ensures you’ll have the perfect fit. Ultimately, knowing the size of your diploma is the foundation of choosing the right diploma frame size—one that properly showcases and protects the achievement you’ve worked so hard to earn.
