Choosing the Perfect Virginia Tech Diploma Frame: Showcase Your Hokie Pride

Graduating from Virginia Tech is a significant achievement, marking the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. What better way to honor this milestone than by showcasing your diploma in a high-quality, custom-built frame? A Virginia Tech diploma frame is more than just a decorative piece; it's a symbol of your academic success and Hokie pride, perfect for displaying in your office, home, or study. With a variety of options available, selecting the ideal frame can seem daunting. This guide explores the various Virginia Tech diploma frame options, helping you choose the perfect way to preserve and display your hard-earned degree.

Why Invest in a Virginia Tech Diploma Frame?

Before diving into the specific options, it's important to understand the value of investing in a quality diploma frame.

Preservation: A well-crafted frame protects your diploma from dust, moisture, and harmful UV rays that can cause fading and damage over time. Archival-quality matting and UV protective glass are crucial for document preservation, ensuring your diploma remains in pristine condition for years to come.
Display: A diploma frame transforms your degree from a simple piece of paper into a proud display of your accomplishments. It adds a touch of professionalism to your office or home and serves as a constant reminder of your success.
Pride: Displaying your Virginia Tech diploma is a statement of your Hokie pride. It shows your connection to the university and your commitment to excellence.

Officially Licensed Virginia Tech Frames

When choosing a diploma frame, it's important to select one that is officially licensed by Virginia Tech. This ensures that the frame meets the university's standards and accurately represents the VT brand. Officially licensed frames often feature the university seal, wordmark, and colors, adding an extra touch of authenticity and pride.

Material and Construction

Hand-Tailored Frames Made in the USA

Frames are engineered in a Monroe, Connecticut facility, with more than three decades of experience building superior VA Tech engineering frames. The manufacturing engineers take precision, accuracy, and quality control very seriously and follow all framing procedures in accordance with the rigid standards of the Professional Picture Framers Association.

Wood Moulding Options

Virginia Tech diploma frames are available in a variety of wood mouldings, each offering a unique aesthetic. Some popular options include:

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Mahogany Lacquer: A classic and elegant choice that complements a variety of décor styles.
Cherry Lacquer: A warm and inviting option that adds a touch of traditional charm.
Flat Matte Black: A sleek and modern choice that offers a contemporary look.
Mahogany Braid: A sophisticated option with a braided texture that adds visual interest.
Cherry Reverse: A stylish option with a reversed profile that creates a unique look.
Mezzo Gloss: A polished option with a subtle sheen that adds a touch of refinement.
Rosewood: A rich and luxurious option that exudes timeless elegance.
Rosewood w/Gold Lip: A distinguished option with a gold lip that adds a touch of opulence.
Vintage Black Scoop: An eye-catching option with a scooped profile that adds depth and character.

Frame Styles

Campus Scene Masterpiece Diploma Frames: Mounts above your degree a Virginia Tech picture frame of the iconic Burrus Hall.
Presidential Masterpiece Diploma Frame: Boasts of ornate gold fillet accents, a Masterpiece medallion of the VT school seal, and a handsome flat panel profile in a dark walnut finish.
Gold Engraved Medallion Diploma Frame: Features a gold engraved medallion of the VT school seal and museum-quality matting.

Petite Line Frames

Milled with the same exacting quality standards as the Classic line, the Petite line offers a lower-price option. Though similar to the Classic and Satin lines, the Petite profile is 1" wide and will appeal to those looking for a narrower moulding in more of a value-priced frame. This frame includes premium clear standard glass, blocks up to 45% of UV light, allows over 90% of light transmission and less than 8% light reflection, and a wall mounting kit.

Matting and Embellishments

The matting and embellishments of a diploma frame can significantly enhance its overall appearance. Consider the following options:

Double Matting: Features two layers of matting, creating depth and visual interest. Popular color combinations include black on maroon, maroon suede on orange, and black on orange.
Embossed Details: Many frames feature the official VT seal, wordmark, or school name elegantly embossed in gold leaf directly onto the matting.
Laser-Cut Logos: Some frames feature a laser-cut "VT" logo, adding a unique and personalized touch.
Gold Fillet: Some frames feature intricate wood moulding gold fillet, elegantly sculpted to give your frame a dynamic 3-dimensional depth.
Tassel Holder: For graduates who want to display their graduation tassel alongside their diploma, a frame with a tassel holder is an excellent choice.

Glass Options

The type of glass used in a diploma frame is crucial for protecting your degree from damage.

UV Protective Glass: This type of glass filters out harmful UV rays that can cause fading and discoloration.
Standard Glass: Blocks up to 45% of UV light, allows over 90% of light transmission and less than 8% light reflection.

Additional Display Options

Beyond traditional diploma frames, consider these alternative display options:

Shadow Box Frames: Ideal for displaying graduation caps, stoles, or other mementos alongside your diploma. These frames are made with black museum-quality matting and sleek, professional mouldings.
Photo Frames: For displaying graduation pictures. These Virginia Tech frames hold a 5 x 7 photo and feature various wood mouldings and a single black mat. The official VT seal and name are elegantly embossed in gold leaf and a pane of UV protective glass finishes it all off to keep your photo looking as great as the day it was taken.

Choosing the Right Size

It is ensured that your Virginia Tech diploma frame is custom-built to the exact and unique size of your VT degree. There's no need to send your degree or do any extra measuring. Communicating with thousands of schools across the country to record yearly diploma sizes for each institution.

Diploma sizes vary depending on the degree earned and the year of graduation. Here are some approximate overall frame sizes:

(For VT Bachelor's degrees. Diploma size: 13 1/2" x 15 1/2” - horizontal. (Approximate overall frame size: 21" x 22”)
(For Current VT Master's degrees earned Spring 2024 to present]. Diploma size: 13 1/2" x 15” - horizontal. (Approximate overall frame size: 21" x 22”)
(For VT Master's degrees earned Summer 2009 to December 2023. Diploma size: 11" x 14” - horizontal. (Approximate overall frame size: 19" x 22”)
**(For VT Master's degrees earned Winter 2003 to Summer 2009. Diploma size: 9" x 12” - horizontal. (Approximate overall frame size: 17.5" x 19.5”)]

Where to Buy

Officially licensed Virginia Tech diploma frames can be purchased from the Church Hill Classics Virginia Tech gift shop.

Easy Hanging System

Each of the VT frames is equipped with a list of simple instructions as well as an easy-to-use Level-Lock Hanging System to keep your frame safe and locked into place.

Guarantee

A 100% Lifetime Guarantee is included, making it the perfect, worry-free graduation gift.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to measure my Virginia Tech diploma size? No need to measure.
How do I hang my custom Virginia Tech frame on the wall? Each frame is equipped with a list of simple instructions as well as an easy-to-use Level-Lock Hanging System.
Do you have frames for graduate programs at Virginia Tech? Yes, there is a drop-down menu to choose your specific school of study.
Do you guarantee your Virginia Tech graduation gifts? There is a 120-day return policy if you're not completely satisfied with your order.
Do you offer any Virginia Tech diploma frames with expedited shipping? Yes! There are select Fast-Ship diploma frames for Virginia Tech graduates, ready to ship within 2-3 business days of your order.

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