It's almost summer, which means that graduation season is officially upon us. If you're looking for an above-average way to congratulate that special graduate in your life, these creative gifts are sure to get you on the honor roll! Whether you're shopping for a high school graduate who is becoming a young adult or a college graduate stepping off campus and into the real world, there are plenty of keepsakes to choose from to celebrate their accomplishments.
From personalized photo art to quirky home decor, many of these great graduation gifts offer a personal touch and imaginative way to celebrate the big day. Others—including a handy tool and a how-to book about “adulting”—prepare them for life on their own, whether they're moving into a dorm room or their new apartment with roommates. And, of course, many inspire the young adults to spread their wings and explore, like the wise owl scarf and an Earth puzzle.
No matter what you're looking for, this list makes coming up with a unique graduation gift as easy as A-B-C.
Here are 35 unique college graduation gifts to celebrate your favorite graduate on one of life's great milestones.
Convertible Laptop Backpack
CYUREAY | $23.99
Personalized Graduation Blanket
The Preppy Ladybug | $45+
Guide Birds
Susan LeVine | $54
Wise Owl Graduation Card
Happy Papercraft Gifts | $9.49+
Collegiate Pouches
Nikki Mull | $36
Artistic Weekender Bag
LOQI | $44.95
Aurora Borealis Pendant
Wood All Good | $105.71+
Past Present Future Bracelet
Beth Lawrence | $52
Chef's Portable Multi-Tool
Gentlemen's Hardware | $29.92
AeroPress Coffee & Espresso Maker
AeroPress | $33.99
Inspirational Paperweight
Uncommon Goods | $48
Monstera Deliciosa in Planter
The Sill | $49+
“Adulting” Book
Bridget Watson Payne | $9.98
“Things They Don't Teach You In School” Game
Uncommon Goods | $20
“Smells Like Home” Candles
Uncommon Goods | $34
Home Office Lap Desk
LapGear | $34.99
World Traveler Cork Globe
Uncommon Goods | $80+
Falling Bookend
Artori Design | $29.95
Table Top Dry Erase Pad
Three by Three | $7.94
Owl Wings Shawl
Shovava | $40.80
Weekly Planner Pad
Finest Imaginary | $20.18
Personalized Monogram Luggage Tag
The Native Bride | $15.80
The World is Yours Banner
Rayo and Honey | $75
Pocket Maya Angelou Wisdom
Hardie Grant | $9.99
Inspirational Wall Art
apricot+birch | $14
Dandelion Ring
Stampin Off the Path | $10
Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera
Fujifilm | $74.85
Hourglass Necklace with Meteorite Dust
Yugen Handmade | $55
Earth Puzzle
Nervous System | $120
College Cityscape Wine Glasses
Josh Seubert | $38
Personalized Wood Cut City Map
FrontierDesignsAK | $136.10+
Compass Bracelet
SNDJ | $11.25+
Color Map Mugs
Candelaria Reymundo Santos and Greg Waloszczyk | $18+
Inspiring Print
PrettyinPrintArtLtd | $28.94+
One Line a Day: A 5-Year Memory Book
Kindah Khalidy | $15.52
This article has been edited and updated. Prices were accurate at time of publishing.
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