He'll Need This in College
Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook
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Pen and paper may be a little too old school for him, but hear us out: He can jot down notes on all 32 pages of this notebook, send them to his cloud service of choice (think: Google Drive or Evernote) and wipe it clean.
Graduation Gift for Gamers
Xbox Dream Vapor Special Edition Wireless Controller
Now 30% Off
Credit: MicrosoftAn Xbox Series S Bundle is where you should start for your graduate if they're in need of a new gaming system, but if they're already playing Gotham Nights and Coral Island on their Xbox like every high schooler is every day, level up their controller game with this awesome Dream Vapor special edition or give him the gift of a fully customizable wireless controller from the Xbox Design Lab.
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Personalized Graduation Gift for Him
Personalized Leather Valet Tray
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Everyone needs a catchall to hold keys, change and other small trinkets. For an additional $10, you can engrave these leather trays with a monogram or special message, 300 characters or less.
Gift He'll Use Every Day
Micro Classic Messenger Bag
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An intensely strong velcro keeps this micro messenger bag ultra-secure even on a crowded subway. The stylish design adds a preppy pop of color to your grad's fit, too.
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Get his favorite actor or athlete to give him a special shout-out. With Cameo, you can tell the celeb his name, and they'll send a completely personalized video message right to him.
For on the Go
Ninja Blast Portable Blender
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Must-Have for Any Grad
Digital Alarm Clock
Rated the best overall alarm clock by the experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute, whether he's graduating from high school or college, he'll need this. The sleek, chic design goes with his vibe, but it's also so functional (he can set three different alarms!).
Keepsake Gift
Custom Signet Ring
He'll definitely pull this out for special occasions. You can pick the number (put the year he graduated or if he has a player number), name you want on the outside and even engrave a special message on the inside for him. There are a few design to pick from, including one that's more subtle.
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Self-Care for Him
David Beckham Classic Homme Cologne
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Every grad should have a good cologne spray at hand, for when the alarm is snoozed and suddenly there's no time for a shower, as well as for when he matches online and has a date to impress. David Beckham's spicy scent with rosemary, dahlia, and pepper will serve him well every single day in every single situation life throws at him.
Useful Graduation Gift
Keen Utility Kenton Work Sneakers
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There's no denying that Keen makes incredible shoes and boots for all types of work to keep bottom digits safe, but never before has the brand made such a rad pair of kicks for everyday wear. The retro Brindle beige color especially will make your grad drool as they head out into the world, and the carbon-fiber toe will protect their feet as they build their future.
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For Coffee Conoisseurs
Starument Electric Milk Steamer & Frother
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They've learned so much over the years, but your grad has one more lesson and this retro milk frother can teach it to them: They don't need to fork over a small fortune and wait in a drive-thru line to get barista-quality flavored coffee and milk steamers complete with fancy, frothy foam on top. This makes perfect foam every time and comes in green, pink and white.
Funny Graduation Gift for Him
'Oh, The Meetings You'll Go To!' Parody Book
Now 48% Off
Credit: PortfolioWhether he's hoping to land a cubicle gig or not, this parody of Oh! The Places You'll Go by Dr. Seuss is the funniest graduation gift you can give him this year. You haven't lived an adult life until you've sat through a work meeting that could've been an email!
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For the Grad Who Loves to Travel
Samsonite Freeform Hardside Carry-On
Now 31% Off
Credit: SamsoniteHe got the education from teachers and textbooks, now it may be time to learn from life-changing experiences out in the real world. No matter where he goes, make sure he's got a rugged and reliable suitcase for his things. Samsonite's Freeform line earned the highest marks from the Good Housekeeping Institute because the suitcases roll smoothly and are super durable.
Comfy Gift for Grads
UnderGents Swagger Lounge & Sleep Pants
Now 11% Off
Credit: UnderGentsBecause this affordable yet luxurious loungewear set is available in sizes small to 3XL, it's a set available to almost every graduate, and we love that! They made it through school and cleared every academic hurdle, now let them relax for a bit in comfort before the rest of their life begins in earnest.
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Save the Memories
KODAK Smile+ Wireless Digital Instant Print Camera
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This rad pocket camera is the best of both worlds, an instant print camera like those Polaroids from your youth and a modern camera too, with Bluetooth connectivity and memory card storage. Best of all, it makes cool photographs through a filter-changing lens and is perfect for capturing memories while road-tripping with friends this summer.
If He Needs Caffeine in the Morning
BLK & Bold Rise & GRND Signature Medium Roast Coffee
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The need for any kind of coffee at all to stay awake late into the night cramming for exams has ended with graduation. Now, give the gift of fine coffee to fuel your grad's burgeoning career and more refined tastebuds. This uses coffee pods for single-use machines like the Keurig, but you can also get whole beans.
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Luxe Grad Gift
YETI Hopper M20 Backpack
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The concept of the backpack and tote cooler is awesome and because it's a YETI, you know they will love it and be able to rely on it forever. These Hopper coolers keep hands free and cans cold during a post-graduation day at the beach with friends and the newest color collections, including Cosmic Lilac, Agave and King Crab Orange, are as bright and bold as your kid's future.
For His First Apartment
A Dozen Cousins Microwave Rice Packets
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If he's just getting set up on his own, these flavored microwavable halal rice pouches provide a quick, easy, and healthy way to ensure he's getting the nutrients he needs, even when he's just adding some take-out leftovers to the rice to create a whole new meal for himself in minutes.
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Just a Little Something
Positive Potato
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Listen, the world can be a harsh, cold, cruel place. Your grad will need all the help they can get, and you need at least one hilarious grad gift. Pick the positive potato to cheer them on as only a tiny knit root vegetable can, or else opt for the just-as-uplifting emotional support pickle.
The Gift He Needs
Slim Wallet for Men
Now 40% Off
Credit: Zitahli This wallet can hold up to 12 cards, and even features RFID-blocking to keep his information safe. Made of leather, it comes in tons of different colors, too.

Jeff is a dad of two daughters, an avid traveler, a photographer, an author and a freelance writer who lives in the suburbs of Philadelphia with his wife and their cats. In addition to Good Housekeeping, he's written for Parents, Fodor's, Food and Wine, Real Simple and Reader’s Digest, among other print and online publications. Jeff is the publisher of the quarterly literary magazine, Stanchion, and his book, Streets Cats and Where to Find Them, will be published by Running Press in the Summer of 2025.

Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.
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