Holidays & Occasions Gifts Graduation Gift Ideas for Every Budget To Celebrate the Class of 2023 By Jenna Sims Jenna Sims Jenna is a Digital Editor for Southern Living and joined the team in 2014. She writes, produces, and assigns content with a focus on email growth and commerce content. She covers a range of topics in the lifestyle space from holiday gift guides to new product launches to tips for cooking with your air fryer. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on January 30, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Baked by Melissa Although it may be hard to believe, graduation season is already upon us. Now is the time to pick a suitable gift for congratulating all of the graduates in your life. Whether you want to give a small token of congratulations to acquaintances or are looking for a more grand gift for family members, these picks are sure to remind them of their accomplishments and help prepare them for their next phase of life. Even if you are working with a limited budget or have multiple graduates to shop for, you can still give a meaningful gift that they're sure to love, starting at just $5. We've broken gifts down into categories by budget including under $10, under $25, under $50, under $100, and under $200. No matter what gift you choose, we know the graduate who receives it will love that you picked it out with them in mind. Our Top Picks Under $10: Paperieshop Graduate Definition Printable at Etsy Jump to Review CurrysLeather Let the Aadventure Begin Luggage Tag at Etsy Jump to Review Opalhouse Diamond Table Natural Picture Frame at Target Jump to Review Rifle Paper Co. Pocket Notebook Set at Riflepaperco.com Jump to Review Under $25: Anthropologie Monogram Mug at Anthropologie Jump to Review Vera Bradley Zip ID Case at Verabradley.com Jump to Review One Line a Day at Amazon Jump to Review RockyLeatherDesign Personalized Leather Money Clip Wallet at Etsy Jump to Review Under $50: BobbieJoDesigns Engraved Cuff Bracelet at Etsy Jump to Review Homesick Candles at Amazon Jump to Review Under $10 Paperieshop Graduate Definition Printable Etsy View On Etsy Print this instant download in the size of your choice as soon as your purchase is complete. CurrysLeather Let the Aadventure Begin Luggage Tag Etsy View On Etsy Whether they're jet setting on a graduation trip or headed to college, a cute luggage tag will always come in handy. Opalhouse Diamond Table Natural Picture Frame Target View On Target Add a picture of yourself with the graduate to this debossed photo frame for them to put in their dorm room, new apartment, or office. Rifle Paper Co. Pocket Notebook Set Rifle Paper Co. View On Riflepaperco.com The perfect size for tucking into bags, backpacks, and pockets, these colorful notebooks are great for jotting down notes and to-do lists. Under $25 Anthropologie Monogram Mug Anthropologie View On Anthropologie A monogram adds a personal touch to this budget-friendly gift. Vera Bradley Zip ID Case Vera Bradley View On Verabradley.com Available in 13 different colorful patterns, these zip ID cases are perfect for the college-bound gal who needs a place to store her ID, cards, and a little cash. One Line a Day: A Five-Year Memory Book Amazon View On Amazon View On Bookshop.org This book offers a unique way to journal and will serve as a great way to capture memories as they head into their next phase of life. RockyLeatherDesign Personalized Leather Money Clip Wallet Etsy View On Etsy A personalized leather money clip will help him keep up with his cash and student ID in style. Under $50 BobbieJoDesigns Engraved Cuff Bracelet Etsy View On Etsy "She Believed She Could So She Did" can be engraved on the inside or outside of this silver bangle to serve as a small reminder of her accomplishments each time she wears it. Homesick Candles Amazon View On Amazon View On Homesick.com View On Uncommon Goods Homesick Candles offer a unique scent for every state. Baked By Melissa February Fix Cupcakes Baked By Melissa View On Bakedbymelissa.com Send 25 mini cupcakes in the latest and greatest flavors from Baked by Melissa straight to their front door. Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen) Smart Speaker with Clock and Alexa Best Buy View On Amazon View On Target View On Best Buy The compact size of the Echo Dot makes it the perfect addition to any dorm room. Under $100 Kendra Scott Elisa Birthstone Pendant Necklace 4.6 Nordstrom View On Nordstrom View On Bloomingdales View On Kendrascott.com This 14k gold plated necklace will become her new go-to accessory. Herschel Supply Co. Novel Duffle Bag Nordstrom View On Nordstrom View On Backcountry.com View On Dick's The exterior compartment helps keep dirt from shoes off of clothes or serves as a way to keep dirty clothes separate from clean ones. Fujifilm Instax Mini Link 2 Smartphone Printer Amazon View On Amazon View On Target View On Best Buy This smartphone printer will help them turn their digital memories into prints for their dorm room. Under $200 Power Air Fryer XL 5.3 Quart Amazon View On Amazon An oil-less fryer will help them easily conquer cooking on their own. Hatch Restore 4.8 Amazon View On Amazon View On Target View On Best Buy The Hatch Restore is an alarm clock, reading light, alarm clock, and more all in one. It aims to help create a personalized routine to help users fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up refreshed. Whether new grads are starting a new job or starting college, the Hatch Restore will help them establish a healthy routine. Nespresso Vertuo Plus Coffee and Espresso Maker by De'Longhi Amazon View On Amazon View On Wayfair View On Walmart Gift the coffee loving graduate this machine that will allow them to create lattes, cappuccinos, and more in the comfort of their new home or apartment. Mark & Graham Terminal 1 Zip Front Carry-On and Checked Luggage Set Mark & Graham View On Markandgraham.com Available in five shades, this monogrammed carry-on will come in handy on your next mother-daughter getaway. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit