How Much Should Be Spent on a Graduation Gift?

Graduates often receive congratulatory gifts for their achievement.

Inexpensive Gifts Can Be Thoughtful

Even with a small budget, you can give a thoughtful gift. Presenting the graduate with a corsage, boutonnière or bouquet of flowers is a traditional choice. For a small amount, you could give a personalized gift such as a monogrammed photo album.

Large Gifts Give Graduates a Successful Start

Close family members often save money for many years to give their child or grandchild a large, substantial gift for their graduation. Giving a new computer or a car gives the graduate a valuable tool for his future without financing it himself.

Bottom Line

How much you spend on a graduation gift depends on your budget and your relationship with the graduate. There is not a proper amount of money that should be spent on a graduation gift. However, if you are invited to a graduation ceremony or attend a graduation party, it is proper etiquette to bring a gift of any value.

References

• Emily Post: Graduation Etiquette