15 Gifts Your High School Graduate Will Love

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May 09, 2019

By: Zia Thompson

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Gifts for Every Path After High School

Now that the special young adult in your life has made it to the end of their high school journey, it’s time to celebrate! No matter where their post-grad life takes them, here are a few gifts to help and inspire them along their way.

Collegiate Cufflinks

Have your graduate represent the school of their choice with these dapper cufflinks. It’s a small and simple way to show school spirit!

BUY IT: Cufflinks, $65

iPad

No matter what their post-high school plans are, an iPad is a perfect gift for all graduates. The iPad is cheaper, lighter and more versatile than many laptops. It’s an all-in-one device that will help your graduate excel going forward, whether it be professionally, academically or recreationally.

BUY IT: Apple, $800

Amazon Echo Dot

Regardless of whether your graduate moves into a dorm or an apartment in the fall, the Amazon Echo Dot is a great home accessory to have! In addition to being a digital assistant, the Echo Dot has many fun features that includes performing math calculations, ordering pizza, playing music and giving travel advice.

BUY IT: Amazon, $40

Summer Vacation

If your graduate has a strong sense of wanderlust, give them one last hurrah before they go off to college or start their career! EF Ultimate Break is a travel service for only 18 to 29-year-olds. There are over 65 trips to choose from with destinations all over the world. Each vacation includes a tour guide, airfare, accommodations, guided tours, breakfast and other great perks!

BUY IT: EF Ultimate Break, Gift Cards starting at $150

Portable Speaker

It’s time to turn up the noise! Your graduate will be the favorite at every party and picnic on the quad with this high-quality portable speaker. The speaker gives you eight hours of continuous use, is water resistant and offers voice prompting for Bluetooth paring!

BUY IT: Amazon, $129

Comfy Sneakers

From the classroom, dorm room and everywhere in-between, college students are always on their feet. Gift your grad a pair of comfy shoes that will keep up with them.

BUY IT: Amazon, $40

Polaroid Camera

Polaroid Cameras are the perfect gift for sentimental graduates. They capture precious moments, and the photos can be used to decorate a dorm room or apartment!

BUY IT: Amazon, $46

Portable Photo Printer

Regardless of whether or not your graduate is a techie, they are bound to love this portable photo printer! The printer is small, lightweight and connects directly with most social media applications. In no time, you’ll be able to turn memories on your phone into physical photos that will last forever!

BUY IT: Amazon, $130

Graduation Charm Bracelet

There’s nothing wrong with a little shimmer and shine to celebrate a momentous occasion like a high school graduation. These charm bracelets come in three different finishes and are a perfectly inexpensive gift that will always symbolize this amazing achievement.

BUY IT: Alex and Ani, $32

Noise Cancelling Headphones

There’s no shortage of noise on college campuses, so give your graduate the gift of a little peace and quiet. These high-quality, noise-canceling headphones make studying a breeze and traveling much more comfortable.

BUY IT: Amazon, $80

Coffee Maker

Late nights and early mornings call for a nice, hot cup of coffee! The Keurig Mini brews coffee and other hot beverages in just minutes. The compact size of this coffee maker fits in any almost dorm or apartment.

BUY IT: Target, $90

Amazon Prime for Students

The perfect gift for your college-bound graduate is a student membership to Amazon. Not only will they get free two-day shipping on millions of eligible items, but they’ll also get unlimited access to Amazon’s library of movies and TV shows, music and photo storage with Prime photos.

BUY IT: Amazon, Free 6-month trial and then $7/month

Daypack

Backpacks have come a long way since elementary school. Now that your graduate is about to venture off to college or the workforce, they deserve the best of the best. This daypack is perfect for the student or young professional on the go. It features multiple compartments, a built-in laptop sleeve and an USB charging port for keeping their phone charged while on the go.

BUY IT: Amazon, $23

Thread Phone Wallet

Between their school ID card, driver’s license and credit cards, your graduate will need an accessible place to store important essentials. The Thread Wallet is a slim pocket that attaches to a lanyard or wristlet, all while keeping your small valuables safe. They come in a plethora of designs and colors that will delight your graduate, no matter their style!

BUY IT: Amazon, $25

Party Games

A great way for your graduate to make friends in college is by hosting a game night. Gift them a fun card or board game that will keep the good times going and build lasting friendships.

BUY IT: Amazon, $20