The 45 best college graduation gifts for him
- A starter watch
- A pillow that pays homage to their alma mater
- A stylish suitcase
- A nice set of dinnerware
- A history of their favorite football team
- A set of glasses full of school spirit
- The newest AirPods
- A pleasant way to wake up every day
- A toiletry bag to use at home or for travel
- A fancy messenger bag
- A made-to-measure suit
- A handheld massager
- A pair of joggers he can wear anywhere
- A must-read financial guide book
- A food delivery gift card
- A customized business card holder
- A wireless charging pad
- An even easier way to make pasta
- A durable mug made for camping and beyond
- A new skincare routine
- A small but powerful speaker
- A speaker that talks to you
- A fun mug
- An Amazon gift card
A starter watch

Citizen Classic
A watch is a classic graduation gift. This option from Citizen has a simple silhouette with subtle detailing and a leather band, so it's a versatile choice that looks good and matches his personal style.
A pillow that pays homage to their alma mater

Embroidered College Pillow
They may have graduated, but their school spirit will last forever. These decorative pillows are covered in university logos, mascots, and icons. It's a sweet gift that helps them embark on their next chapter of adulthood, while also keeping a part of their last chapter close.
A stylish suitcase

Quince Carry-On Hard Shell Suitcase
Oh, the places they'll go! A suitcase is a particularly thoughtful gift to let grads know the world is their oyster. Quince's carry-on bag has all the features we love in suitcases from premium luggage brands like Monos and Away, but at a fraction of the cost. It's a sleek, durable roller that he'll feel confident carrying for both personal and business travel.
A nice set of dinnerware

East Fork 7-Piece You're-All-Set Set
Gone are the days of dorm meal plans and frozen food on paper plates. This stoneware set from East Fork includes everything one person needs to stock their cabinet, including bowls, plates, and a mug in a range of earthy colors.
A history of their favorite football team

Historic Newspapers Personalized College Football History Book
If he's going to miss tailgating and cheering from the student section, treat him to a personalized history of his favorite team, told with historical newspaper articles. You can even add his name to the book's gorgeous, school-spirit-filled cover.
A set of glasses full of school spirit

Show Your Spirit! College Rocks Glasses
This set of two glasses is emblazoned with his college's chant and logo. He'll be reminded of his college days every time he pours a drink.
The newest AirPods

Apple AirPods Pro 3
The AirPods Pro 3 have a comfy ear fit, improved audio, and a longer playtime. If he's been using an old model, this upgrade will make a great gift.
A pleasant way to wake up every day

Hatch Restore 3 Sunrise Alarm Clock
Help them transition to earlier mornings with an alarm clock that wakes them up by mimicking sunlight.
A toiletry bag to use at home or for travel

Rains Hilo Wash Bag
Rains is a Denmark-based company chiefly known for making high-quality, stylish raincoats. This wash bag is of the same spirit. It's completely waterproof, which is a necessity for any good toiletry bag. The pouch features adjustable buckles that enable him to alter the volume of the bag to his needs.
A fancy messenger bag

Leatherology Henderson Laptop Brief Bag
This Leatherology bag is an option that inspires a bit more confidence than a JanSport. The startup makes great leather accessories for much less than you'd expect to pay, like this $300 messenger bag.
A made-to-measure suit

Indochino Gift Card
Suits — especially the nice ones — are a large yet ultimately useful expense for most men, even if it's only for special occasions rather than his everyday job. This is one gift he'll likely wear for years to come — and something he will likely need before he has the budget to afford it.
A handheld massager

Theragun Mini Massage Gun
For the college grad who loves exercising and cares about recovery, a Theragun Mini makes a great gift. This travel-sized device may be compact, but it delivers big on benefits. He can use it to relieve muscle pain, soothe tension, and help his body recover after a hard workout.
A pair of joggers he can wear anywhere

Lululemon ABC Jogger
These joggers look nice enough to wear to work or out to dinner, but feel comfortable enough for lounging. They're sweat-wicking, wrinkle-resistant, and quick-drying to boot.
A must-read financial guide book

"I Will Teach You to be Rich" by Ramit Sethi
Instead of skimping on lattes, it's wiser to choose the right accounts and investments so your money grows for you — automatically. Best of all, it frees you up to spend on the things you love.
Former executive editor for Personal Finance Libby Kane says she regularly buys a new copy of this book just to give it away, and it's an excellent introduction to making the most of your personal finances — especially if your graduate is young or new to managing money.
A food delivery gift card

DoorDash Gift Card
For the guy who says he doesn't want or need anything, go for a food delivery gift card. Everyone has to eat. This gift will give him the green light to indulge in his favorite eateries and try new dishes too.
A customized business card holder

Vitt Custom Studio Personalized Card Holder
While his company will likely give him business cards, he's not likely to already have a business card holder he can feel good about pulling out of his pocket. A card holder like this monogrammable option from Etsy looks competent and thoughtful.
A wireless charging pad

Courant Catch:3 Wireless Charger
He can toss his phone or AirPods onto this tray that doubles as decor and his tech will charge without being plugged in.
An even easier way to make pasta

Microwave Pasta Pot
When boiling water sounds like too much effort, there's this easy-to-use gadget. All he has to do is add his favorite noodles, water, and then press go. He can even drain and eat it straight from the pot. This gadget ensures he'll always have something good to eat, in literally an instant.
A durable mug made for camping and beyond

Yeti 14 oz. Rambler
The Yeti Rambler is a vessel that can do it all, from holding his morning coffee in the office or a bowl of oatmeal while camping. The durable construction, featuring a magnetic lid to keep things spill-free while on the move, makes this easy to tote around just about anywhere. With double-wall vacuum insulation, hot food and beverages stay piping hot while cold contents stay cold.
A new skincare routine

Brickell Men's Daily Advanced Face Care Routine
If he hasn't already, post-college is the perfect time to get a good skincare routine going. With a face wash, exfoliating scrub, and moisturizer, this set covers all the basics.
A small but powerful speaker

Sonos Era 100
Sonos makes some pretty great speakers for recent grads. They work well, can be used as a sound system, have useful features like a morning alarm that may sound more pleasant than their phone, and aren't so expensive that they can't possibly build upon their collection. If he's planning on entertaining friends, the Sonos Era 100 is a great option, especially since it connects with Amazon Alexa.
A speaker that talks to you

Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen)
From music and radio stations to trivia and much, much more, your graduate will have ample distractions and helpful, hands-free info (like the weather or quick measurement conversions) while they're busy running around their place.
A fun mug

Playful sports mug
Just because they've graduated college doesn't mean they're too old to play with their food. This mug lets them do just that. From dunking their cocoa puffs to scoring goals with marshmallows, this dish is guaranteed to make mealtime more fun.
An Amazon gift card

Amazon Gift Card
If all else fails, you can always go with an Amazon gift card. Amazon has virtually everything a new grad could desire (really, there is everything), so you know that no matter what they'll be getting something they genuinely want — which, in a lot of cases, is best since they know what they need better than anyone.