Graduation is an exciting milestone in a young person’s life,
and certainly a bittersweet time for their families. It’s also a big
gift-giving occasion, in the same category with a birthday, anniversary,
wedding, or new baby.
If you’re looking for some gift ideas for a special graduate
in your life, below are a few ideas:
Cash. Money—cash,
check, or gift card—is by far one of the most popular (and welcome) gifts for budget-conscious
graduates. What’s an acceptable amount? Although there’s no set rule for how
much to give, etiquette experts say it depends on what you can afford and your
relationship to the graduate. Generally, middle school graduates typically get $50
or under; high school, $100 or under, and college, $100 to $500 (again, it
depends on how close you are to the grad).
Jewelry. Graduation
is an important first step toward adulthood, and gifting one good piece of
jewelry to a child or grandchild is a nice way to recognize that life event. Earrings
or a pendant are common gifts for girls; for boys, think a tie tack, tie bar,
cuff links, or watch. An engraved inscription makes the gift even more
meaningful.
Computer.
Whether your graduate is going to work or pursuing additional schooling,
chances are they’ll need a computer. Of course, there are countless options for
technology on the market today, from laptops to tablets to iPads to the timeless
desktop—so do some research on the make, model, type of software, and other useful
features you might want before making your purchase.
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Car. Years ago, high school graduates often inherited their parents’ car so they would have transportation to summer jobs and college in the fall, and parents bought a new car. While that still happens today, usually it’s the graduate getting the new car. Just like electronics, do some research on cars before breaking out your checkbook—it’s a big purchase, so you want to make sure you’re getting a safe, reliable vehicle that gets good gas mileage.
Car. Years ago, high school graduates often inherited their parents’ car so they would have transportation to summer jobs and college in the fall, and parents bought a new car. While that still happens today, usually it’s the graduate getting the new car. Just like electronics, do some research on cars before breaking out your checkbook—it’s a big purchase, so you want to make sure you’re getting a safe, reliable vehicle that gets good gas mileage.
As always, invest in the right
kind of insurance for your graduation gift. If you need valuables protection for items
like jewelry or electronics, car insurance, or other specialty coverage for
items not listed above, contact your insurance agent. Here at ETA Benefits Group, we are happy to work with you to choose the right type of insurance for your needs.
Do you have any other good gift ideas for graduates? We’d love to hear them
in the comments below!
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