30 Best Graduation Gifts for Friends That They’ll Adore (2024)

Sentimental but not too sappy—this is the perfect gift to let your friend know how much they mean to you without the tears. Plus, if they're moving into a new home, you can't go wrong gifting a candle!

Jewelry will always remind your friend of your shared special moments. May this necklace let them know that you'll always be in their corner, no matter the places they go.

Breaking news: They've graduated! While it may not have made the New York Times (scoff, we know), you can make your friend feel special with a mock newspaper print featuring their remarkable achievement.

Pair this adorable wine label with their favorite bottle and voilà—you have a thoughtful, on-brand gift. It's the extra effort and little things that make the biggest impact.

It doesn't get much cuter than these statement, floral-shaped earrings. Available in gold or silver, rest assure that whoever the lucky receiver is will never want to take them off.

Because graduating in a global pandemic deserves its own customized tumbler. So write their name or a memorable message to commemorate their graduation.

Skincare always seems to be pushed to the side with exams, parties, and work—remind your friend that their regimen is priority with a nourishing mask that'll keep their face moisturized and glowing for all their special events.

This gift is a tear-jerker and will proudly remain by the graduate's bedside many years to come. Bonus: You can customize it down to the hairstyles and skin tones.

Reimagine the night sky on the evening they graduated. Add their school, graduation year, and a thoughtful quote so they always recall their special high school or college experience.

Let's be real—dorm floors are not sanitary, but cute slippers make up for the fact that you can't walk barefoot around your halls. Not to mention, these come in 12 different animal designs.

Even when everything isn't fine, a notebook is the place where they can let it all out, documenting the good, bad, and everything in between. A graduate's thoughts are unique and need a place to be written down.

Look, it should come as no surprise that for many individuals, college is a place to let loose. A comfy hoodie to get them through the painful after-party mornings will keep them looking stylish in their low moments.

Life's all about about balance, so treat them with protein powder to help them fuel their body. Made of 21g of plant-based protein, support them as they reach their fitness and wellness goals.

Designed for the busy bee, this fitness chair allows them to ease an exercise routine into their day by combining the comfort of a traditional office chair with the health benefits of an exercise bike. Needless to say, it's the perfect addition to their WFH setup!

A speaker is a must-have! If you know your bestie doesn't have one, time to help them out. It has a 33-foot range, so they can play music outside even if their phone is inside.

Customize a bracelet with a name or phrase to revamp their wrist stack. The black alphabet on the gold beads pops and is sooo chic. Another piece of jewelry they won't ever want to take off!

The next season of their life is likely going to require a lot of focused energy. Give them sustenance to tackle their days (and nights!) with a retro coffee maker.

Commemorate your friendship with your go-to song—you know, the one that is always the first on when you're together. This acrylic plaque is more thoughtful than your average framed photo.

So they don't need to think about where their wallet and phone are, now it'll be in one safe place! For the graduate on the go, a case like this will make life just a bit easier.

Our words hold so much power and a book full of yours, well that’s magic. Show your friend how much you care by filling this book of prompted letters with your memories and appreciation. They'll cherish it forever.