Best Gifts for College Graduates

Best Gifts for College Graduates College graduation season is almost upon us, and with it comes the dilemma of finding gifts that are thoughtful, useful, and within your price range all at once. College graduates have a lot to think about with the stress of finding a job and a place to live, and these gifts can make the transition much easier and more comfortable. 

-Diploma Frame: Perfect for a recent grad’s new office, this gift lets them proudly display their reward for four years of hard work. Generic frames can be purchased at office supply stores, however for a more personalized touch consider contacting the student’s college bookstore where customized frames are typically sold. 

-Apartment Supplies: There are plenty of inexpensive options if you would like to purchase a gift to help the graduate set up their new apartment. Consider a gift for the kitchen like a crockpot/slow cooker, which would allow the user to come home after work to a hot meal. These can be purchased at reasonable prices at stores like Target or Kmart. A coffeepot or bartending supplies are also nice additions to a new apartment and can also be purchased at Target or Kmart, or stores like Bed Bath and Beyond or Linens and Things. 

-Metro Card: Frequently new grads find themselves working in the big city after graduation, and with city life comes city transportation. A MetroCard is a great gift for a recent grad who finds themselves working in New York. A 30-day Unlimited Ride MetroCard costs $76 and is good for all subway and bus rides until midnight. For a new Washington D.C. resident consider purchasing a Metrorail Farecard which can be bought in different denominations and are even sold online. 

-Newspaper Subscription: Another gift which is perfect for a graduate living in a new city is a newspaper subscription for their local paper. This will help them feel more at home and find activities and events going on around town. Check the newspaper’s website for delivery options; often a subscription can be ordered right online.