30 Thoughtful College Graduation Gifts That Celebrate Their Hard Work

They'll need something to display their hard-earned diploma, and this unique frame is a popular choice. Made of mahogany with gold trim, its unique design even has space for them to include their graduation tassel.

Sure, they've learned a lot, but there are bound to be a few things that slipped through the cracks. Luckily, they can bust out this party game to test their knowledge and learn a random trivia fact or two.

Yep, it's inexpensive but that doesn't mean it isn't a wow-worthy gift. In fact, besides the sentimental message, Amazon users say it's super cute and well-made.

This isn't your average alarm clock. Not only does it look incredibly chic sitting on a nightstand, but the top surface is a mag charger. It comes in four wood stain colors and may be just what they need to get to work on time.

Get them ready for their days ahead with book one of this series. It's been called a "must-read" for anyone entering the real world because it's filled with advice on everything from money to relationships to finding their own meaning in life.

There's almost nothing better than a delicious college graduation cake, but a cake made out of cold, hard cash could top it. It might be intimidating on first glance, but this cake only takes 30 minutes to set up. Just roll the bills and secure them with the ribbon.

The fill-in-the-blank prompts will allow you to make a totally customized book just for them. You can go sweet or sentimental — either way, they'll love it.

Whether they're moving far away or staying close to home, get them a custom map of their college town. Just select a size, city and state, and the print will arrive in the mail. It comes in standard sizes, so add a frame and it makes a thoughtful decor gift.

Earning a college degree is a major life accomplishment, and this stemless wine glass celebrates the major milestone with an all-too-relatable pun. Pair it with their favorite drink for a well-rounded gift.

For interviews or their first day at a new job, send them off in style with a beautiful leather tote. It's more of a splurge-worthy gift, but they'll like how it zips shut and is large enough to hold a 15-inch laptop and other essentials. And because it's made of quality leather and brass rivets, it will last for years to come.

Sadly, sleeping may become more difficult for them with their new responsibilities, but this cool sleep aid device could help. It uses a breathing technique that's intended to help them drift off in 20 minutes or less.

Is it us, or does it smell like successful new beginnings in here? Give your grad this cute candle that they can enjoy when they land their first job out of college. The leather, cedar and vanilla notes will be a nice way to relax after a hard day at work.

Create a heartfelt photo book, celebrating every milestone from pre-K through college graduation. Choose from three sizes, soft- or hard-covers and a layout template, then upload your own photos. Mixbook will do the rest.

Whether for a party or a celebratory toast, these fun wine labels will transform any bottle you buy into a graduation-worthy gift. There are six labels total, in a festive black, white and gold.

She can carry her favorite drinks on the go with this glass, which includes a reusable glass straw. It'll hold up to 18 ounces of coffee, juice, tea and even a cocktail for those post-grad festivities.

They have to be a little more organized these days now that school's over. With this nifty piece, they'll be able to keep their glasses, phone, wallet, keys and more all in one neat place.

Considering all the furniture they may be assembling soon, not to mention minor home repairs, they'll need some tools. This set comes with all the must-have basics, and it comes in a handy bag to store it in.

The shopping list for their post-grad life may feel never-ending. Give them what they really need — money, anywhere from $25 to $2000 — to spend online at Amazon.

With a degree in hand, who knows how far they’ll go? At least they’ll be prepared for vacations, work trips or traveling home for the holidays when you give them a sweet luggage upgrade. This hard-sided, three-piece set has spinning wheels, TSA locks and is lightweight.

This stylish speaker from Marshall is the perfect graduation / first post-college housewarming gift. It’s a home sound system that can connect to any other Bluetooth-enabled devices they have, even a turntable.