These Graduation Wishes Will Make Any New Grad Feel Celebrated
Spring is springing and you know what that means: Graduation season is upon us. In the United States, most commencement events usually happen in May and June, though they also take place year-round, depending on the degree program, school, student’s schedule, etc. For those of us who are, *ahem*, several years removed from high school and college, you may have forgotten just how important a graduation (and a graduation outfit) is in someone’s life. Don't worry, though, because we've got some inspiration for graduation wishes to write in their card that celebrate this huge milestone.
Whether the new grad in your life is a sibling, niece or nephew, family friend, or anyone else wearing a cap and gown, you’ll likely give them a graduation gift to mark the occasion. Now, idk about you, but as a new grad, the best gift I received was some cold hard $$$ in a thoughtful card. Those student loans aren’t gonna pay for themselves! Of course, you could always give them cash and another super thoughtful gift, tailor-made for that “I’m in the real world now and need to figure out my life” feeling. A grown-up work bag for their new job or actual plates that match, for instance, are just some of the practical gift ideas for grads you could consider.
Once you’ve figured out what you’re gifting the graduate, the next step is figuring out what to write in the graduation card. And let’s be honest: greeting cards don’t always capture exactly what you’re trying to say in the moment. So, should your card call for a little extra dose of humor, inspiration, wisdom, or a fitting quote, you’ve come to the right place. Ahead, find 100 graduation messages and wishes to help celebrate this significant academic milestone.
Simple Graduation Card Messages
Congratulations on reaching this momentous milestone! I'm so proud of you and your achievements.
Hats off to you for making it to graduation. This is no easy feat and you did it! Congratulations and best wishes for your next chapter!
Sending you all the best on your graduation day. I hope you celebrate and relish the moment because you worked hard to get here.
A big hug to you on your graduation day! Congratulations and best wishes on all your future endeavors.
Your graduation proves that hard work pays off. I'm excited to see what's next for you. Congrats!
Today is a huge day and rightfully so. You've worked hard to reach this milestone and you deserve to celebrate your graduation in epic fashion. Congrats, grad!
The finish line is officially in the rearview mirror! Congratulations on your graduation and wishing you all the best for what's to come.
Cheers to you, new grad! Getting to this point hasn't been easy, but you've shown that determination wins in the end. Congratulations!
You did it! Graduation day is here and now it's time to celebrate like you mean it.
Who's the new grad? That's you! Way to go. Your accomplishments are inspiring and I'm so excited to help you celebrate this momentous occasion.
Congrats! After all this time, graduation day has arrived. Now get out there and show the world what you've got!
Talk about success! You've made it to graduation. I hope you relish in your big day because you deserve only the best.
Your hard work has led to this moment. Congratulations on your graduation! I look forward to celebrating your academic accomplishment.
Wow, congratulations! Graduation looks good on you. Enjoy the moment and be sure to take it all in.
Now that's how it's done. Congrats on this major milestone! It's so wonderful to see you shine.
Can you believe it? Your graduation is here, which means you've done it! Congrats on seeing your hard work pay off.
Yay! Graduation day! Time to celebrate for the foreseeable future. Congrats, you!
You've achieved something truly amazing today. Congratulations and all the best for your future aspirations.
Your graduation is a day you'll never forget. Bask in your glory. Congratulations!
Happiest of congratulations to you on your graduation day.
Funny Graduation Card Messages
Gettin' the tassel may have been a hassel, but it looks good on ya! Congrats, grad!
Congratulations! Here's to never having to attend that one 8 am class you couldn't stand ever again.
Cheers to some of your closest companions during college: Google and TikTok.
Now that you've got your degree, you officially barely qualify for most entry-level jobs. Sry not sry!
Don't worry, just because you're graduating doesn't mean you have to give up microwaveable cuisine.
Sorry for being the bearer of bad news, but college was actually the easiest it's ever gonna get for ya. Welcome to the real world!
Congrats on graduating! I won't bring up student loans just yet—oops, sorry I totally did. Well, you'll get to those eventually, right?
You did it! You paid a lot of money for a piece of paper. Don't think about it too much otherwise you'll start sobbing uncontrollably.
So, you thought college was hard? Just you wait...
Congratulations on surviving all those years of studying. Now get ready for the hardest test of all: actual adulthood.
It's perfectly acceptable for you to have about a dozen breakdowns between now and the next six months. No judgement zone here!
Congrats! It's time to move back home with your parents.
Entering the "real world" is overrated. Might I suggest grad school?
Even though you kept falling asleep in class, you somehow pulled it off! Color me impressed, grad!
Goodbye tests, hello adulting mess! That's right, it actually gets harder from here.
Congrats on proving everyone wrong (including myself)!
Congratulations on graduation! As long as you don't look at how much everything costs, you'll be A-OK.
Wow, you really did it! Who would have thunk it? (Not me, tbh.)
Now that you have your diploma in hand, it's time to party. And then send out some resumes because it's rough out here.
TBH, not everyone who graduates college is smart. But you definitely are. Congrats!
Inspirational Graduation Card Messages
Follow your heart and keep your head up. This is only the beginning!
There are no limits to what you can dream, believe, and achieve.
Courage will take you a long way in the face of uncertainty.
People can make a big difference through the smallest of actions.
Your education is the key that unlocks a world full of potential.
Whatever is possible in your mind is possible in reality. Chase the extraordinary.
Sometimes the most wonderful experiences come from taking a leap of faith.
Learning is a lifelong process. Be a student of the world and you will go far.
Honor the past and where you come from, but be present in all things.
Resilience is often the secret to success. How many times will you get back up after being knocked down?
Explore with an open mind and the world will bestow blessings on your journey of self-discovery.
However you want to tell your story is what matters most. Take ownership of what you have to offer.
Today is just the beginning. The chapter ahead is ready to be written.
What are you waiting for? Turn the page and see what the ride of life has in store.
Aspire to greatness, whatever that looks like for you.
Dare to recognize all the potential you possess.
It's graduation! Now more than ever, you're in control. Embrace this exciting feeling of possibility.
Inner strength and fierce determination have gotten you to this point. Lean onto that as you step into the next stage of your life.
Be unapologetically you and the rest will follow. Congratulations on your achievement!
Wise Graduation Card Messages
Enjoy the moment, trust me, it goes by way too fast. Congrats!
Now's the time to remember that you can do anything you set your mind to. Congratulations on your graduation!
Failure is a natural part of life, so don't shy away from it. Celebrate your successes (like today!) and be OK with knowing that there are lessons to be learned from the challenges, too.
Keep in touch with the connections you made here in college. You never know where someone will end up so be sure to continue nurturing your network.
Don't put too much pressure on yourself to figure out the next step. No matter what, you've got this!
Comparison will have you thinking everyone has their life together. Not so! Stay focused on you and you'll go far.
Be proud of everything you've accomplished and sacrificed to get to this point. It's a milestone that only comes around just a few times in life, so celebrate today, plan tomorrow!
Looking to the future got you feeling overwhelmed? Slow it down. You have plenty of time to figure out your next move.
There's comfort in the uncertainty, believe it or not! Even if you're not sure what tomorrow will bring, trust me: It all works out in the end.
Cultivate your community. Find your people. You can go far alone, but you'll go farther with the right support system.
Making mistakes is part of the process. So get out there and make a few!
Everyone's path is different. Don't lose sight of your path because you're too focused on someone else's.
Congrats! Now let me give you a little advice: all work and no play is no way to live! You gotta make time for yourself. Rest and relaxation deserve to be a priority, especially right now as you celebrate this milestone!
Treat people with respect regardless of what they can offer you. Not all relationships are purely transactional.
Give back to your community when you can, whether through charitable work, mentorship opportunities, or other programs.
The only place the future exists is in your head. Remember that the next time you start stressing over things you can't control.
Continue the process of self-discovery even after you graduate. There's always more to learn!
Believing in yourself is the key ingredient to any formula to success. Without that, nothing else can work.
Naysayers will always have something to say. Tuning them out is your superpower.
When in doubt: take a very deep breath. Count to 10. You've got this!
Quotes From Famous People
“My mission in life is not merely to survive but to thrive and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” —Maya Angelou
“Be messy and complicated and afraid and show up anyways.”—Glennon Doyle Melton
“There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.”—Michelle Obama
“Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness.” —Oprah Winfrey
“Above all, be the heroine of your life, not the victim.” —Nora Ephron
“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain!” —Dolly Parton
“When you have a dream, you've got to grab it and never let go.” —Carol Burnett
“It’s your turn to choose and define what success means to you. Now, others will try to define it for you, but yours is the only voice that matters.” —Octavia Spencer
“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up.” —Babe Ruth
“From my point of view, which is that of a storyteller, I see your life as already artful, waiting just waiting and ready for you to make it art.” —Toni Morrison
“Your life is your story, and the adventure ahead of you is the journey to fulfill your own purpose and potential.” —Kerry Washington
“Life is my college. May I graduate well, and earn some honors.” —Louisa May Alcott
“Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education.” —Martin Luther King Jr.
“You cannot dream of becoming something you do not know about. You have to learn to dream big. Education exposes you to what the world has to offer, to the possibilities open to you.” —Sonia Sotomayor
“We may live in an age of instant messaging, instant gratification and Instagram, but there is no way to short circuit the path to success.” —Tory Burch
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us.” —Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Walk down these crowded streets with a smile on your face. Be thankful you get to walk so close to other humans.” —Zadie Smith
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.” —Harriet Tubman
“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” —Helen Keller
“Always be the first-rate version of yourself, instead of the second-rate version of somebody else.” —Judy Garland
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