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45 Best Graduation Gifts for Her

Celebrate this huge milestone with presents she’ll never forget.

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Graduation marks the end of one sentimental life stage and the beginning of the next, making it equal parts inspiring and bittersweet. We all know that everyone’s path is different, but everyone likes to feel cherished on their big day. So take the edge off by showering the new grad with gifts she'll never forget.

Whether she's graduating from high school, college, or graduate school, she can wear some of these gifts for parties surrounded by friends, partners, or work colleagues (hello, jewelry!), or enjoy them in the comfort of her new home (did someone say morning coffee?). No matter what you purchase, she'll feel just as special, whether if she's heading home for a while or plans to jet across the country to start a new job in the near future. The best part? It's not about the material things but, rather, the fact that she'll always have a piece of you with her, no matter where she goes.

We know that finding the right gift for the special person in your life can be intimidating, so we've come up with a list of timeless gifts to help her start this new stage of her life. Think flowers, cupcakes, letters for her to open in the future, a custom campus landscape, stationery, themed M&Ms, and some of Oprah's Favorite Things. Congratulations to those in the graduating class of 2024!

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    1
    Best Coin Pouch

    Collegiate Pouches

    Collegiate Pouches
    $33 at Uncommon Goods
    Credit: Carmel and Terrell Swan / Uncommon Goods

    Get the new grad an embroidered 100 percent cotton pouch featuring her alma mater that she can keep her change in. This gift has a nearly 5-star rating, and each design is drawn by hand.

    2
    Best Gift for Readers

    Raddimelo Bookmark with Chain

    Bookmark with Chain
    Credit: Raddimelo

    If she's a bookworm, this stainless steel bookmark with her graduation year on it will warm her heart. It comes in both silver and rose gold. Goodbye, textbooks; hello, spring reads!

    3
    Best Motivational Gift

    MantraBand Inspirational Engraved Mantra Cuff Bracelet

    Inspirational Engraved Mantra Cuff Bracelet
    Credit: MantraBand

    Every time she glances at her wrist, she'll feel comforted by your support. Pick the motivational saying that will speak to her the most—there are many to choose from.

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    4
    Best Diamond Earrings

    Kay Jewelers Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings

    Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
    Now 30% Off
    Credit: Kay Jewelers

    You know what they say: Diamonds are a girl's best friend. These 1/5 carat ones are surrounded by 14kt white gold, and will be a sparkly focal point in her wardrobe.

    Say goodbye to wrinkled clothes and hello to sophistication with a press steam iron that's Oprah-approved! It's a grad gift that'll make her look like a pro in the workplace, or dressed to the nines on a night out.

    6
    Best Graduation Candy Idea

    M&Ms Graduation Class Gift Jar

    Graduation Class Gift Jar
    Credit: M&Ms

    These congratulatory milk chocolate M&Ms are a creative way to celebrate a new grad with a sweet tooth. You can customize each 12.7 oz. bottle with a label honoring the Class of '24, '25, '26, '27, or '28, and pick a specific tube they'd love.

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    7
    Best Pens for Her

    Mesmos 3pk Fancy Pen Set

    3pk Fancy Pen Set
    Credit: Mesmos

    These three pens are a cost-effective way to provide some inspiration in this new stage. She can use them to write down memories in a journal, plan out her week, or brainstorm her goals for the future.

    8
    Best Collegiate Drinkware

    Yeti Collegiate Drinkware

    Collegiate Drinkware
    Credit: Yeti

    Get her some themed merch sporting her school's logo! You can choose from different schools, including the University of Michigan (pictured), Clemson University, the University of Alabama, and Pennsylvania State University.

    9
    Best Robe for Her

    Parachute Home Cloud Cotton Robe

    Cloud Cotton Robe
    Credit: Parachute Home

    This light, soft robe comes in a variety of colors, including rose, moss, and dusk. The hidden pockets on the sides also make this option super convenient. It'll become her new go-to.

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    10
    Best Handbag Gift

    Telfar Medium Shopping Bag

    Oprah’s Favorite Things
    Medium Shopping Bag
    Credit: Gregor Halenda

    Gift her a handbag that will give her a boost each time she uses it. “The Queens-born designer behind this It Bag is a star, and his faux-leather unisex tote is big enough to hold a laptop and gets oohs and aahs on city streets,” Oprah said when picking this item for her Favorite Things 2023 list.

    11
    Best Gift Card

    Gift Card in a Graduation Cap Box

    Gift Card in a Graduation Cap Box
    Credit: Amazon

    Everyone loves a gift card, but especially when it comes in some whimsical, celebratory packaging! She'll be able to buy some of the items she's been dreaming about.

    12
    Best Toiletry Bag for Her

    Dagne Dover Hunter Large Neoprene Toiletry Bag

    Hunter Large Neoprene Toiletry Bag
    Credit: Dagne Dover

    She can never have enough toiletry bags, and this one may become her favorite. This soft, sturdy bag is made of recycled polyester and has a top zip closure, two zip pouches that can be taken out, and a mesh wall pocket on the inside.

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    13
    Best Hard-side Luggage

    Away The Carry-On Flex

    The Carry-On Flex
    Now 61% Off
    Credit: Away

    She can take this hard-side luggage on a celebratory graduation trip with friends and/or family. It has features like 360° spinner wheels, zipper expansion, and a hidden laundry bag, and can hold between five and eight outfits.

    14
    Best Travel Case with Jewelry

    Sterling Forever The Perfect O-ccasion Earring Case

    Oprah’s Favorite Things
    The Perfect O-ccasion Earring Case
    Credit: Gregor Halenda

    This travel case comes with goodies inside. "This isn’t so much a travel case as it is a treasure chest—with five earring styles we curated to cover every travel need, from day-tripping to black-tie wedding," Oprah said when selecting this item for her Favorite Things 2023. "Plus room for your other essential pieces."

    15

    Artizan Joyeria Tennis Necklace

    Tennis Necklace
    Credit: Artizan Joyeria

    A tennis necklace is more than just a piece of jewelry—it's a symbol of elegance, grace, and strength and will show her how special she is. Plus, this necklace is tarnish-resistant, so she'll be able to treasure it for years to come.

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    16
    Best Blender Gift

    Beast Mini Blender Plus

    Mini Blender Plus
    Credit: Beast

    She can make a variety of smoothies and more in this 600-watt dishwasher-safe mini blender. She can also bring her creation with her, and the stainless steel blade can be taken off.

    17
    Best Graduation Frame

    Pottery Barn Dated Enamel Frame 2024

    Dated Enamel Frame 2024
    Credit: Pottery Barn

    Put a picture of her wearing her cap and gown in this frame with her graduation year on it. She can display it with pride in her new place.

    18
    Best Book for New Grads

    Oh, the Places You'll Go! Deluxe Edition, by Dr. Seuss

    <i>Oh, the Places You'll Go! Deluxe Edition,</i> by Dr. Seuss
    Now 48% Off
    Credit: Random House Books for Young Readers; Deluxe/Slipcase edition

    Just like its title suggests, this 1993 book is a true classic. As she flips through its pages, she'll probably think of everything it took for her to reach this milestone.

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    19
    Best Tote Bag for Her

    Paravel Small Cabana Tote

    Small Cabana Tote
    Credit: Paravel

    This tote—which can can hold a 13" laptop and more—features canvas that's made from 30 recycled plastic bottles. Want to personalize this bag? You can get it embroidered or hand-painted.

    20
    Best Lip Tint for Her

    Poppy & Pout Lip Tint Premium Gift Set

    Oprah’s Favorite Things
    Lip Tint Premium Gift Set
    Credit: Poppy & Pout

    For the beauty-loving grad, this Oprah-approved lip tint gift set is the perfect addition to her routine. The six shades in a gold, recyclable box provide a pop of color, while the natural ingredients, including beeswax and coconut oil, nourish the lips.

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    Jane Burnett is an Assistant Editor at Oprah Daily, where she writes a variety of lifestyle content for the editorial team. She's a journalist with a pop culture sweet tooth—when she isn't catching up on celebrity news, she's usually listening to a podcast! Jane was previously an on-air reporter in local news, and worked at Thrive Global, Ladders News, and Reuters. She also interned at CNBC through the Emma Bowen Foundation, and is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). 

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