Graduation wishes for cards

Graduation card messages are meaningful ways for you to convey your thoughts to the graduate. Parents, relatives and friends can write cards that positively impact the graduating teen. If you're at a loss for words, it's helpful to have some guidance on what to put in the card.

Types of Graduation Card Messages

Like yearbook quotations, graduation card messages can be happy, funny, honest, and inspirational. There are numerous types of messages that can be put in a graduation card that show the graduate how much you care about them.

Graduation Wishes for a Friend

When a friend graduates, it's a great opportunity to wish them well. You can say:

• They say that the future is only what you make of it. I'm confident you'll use all of your skills to make yours great.
• Congratulations on making it this far! I look forward to seeing how much farther you make it in the future!
• I'm still waiting for the other shoe to drop - we can't actually be graduating!
• Growing up with you was an experience. I'm so glad to have the experience of graduating now with you too!
• I never thought this day would happen. I still remember trading lunches on the playground and now we have diplomas. Thanks for everything over the years and congrats!
• You've been an incredible friend throughout the years and I am so excited to celebrate your graduation with you.

Funny Graduation Messages

If you have a playful relationship with the graduate, you can write them a silly note. Try:

• I can't believe you are graduating. No, really, I can't. Congrats - I never thought it would happen!
• Wait, you graduated? How did that happen! All the best to you!
• If I had a penny for all the times I thought you'd get this far... well, I'd be quite poor. Congrats!
• I can't believe you're officially turning into a real grown up!
• Now that you've graduated it's time to embrace your specialty... partying!
• I can't resist... ConGradulations!

Happy Graduation Messages

Graduations are a joyous occasion. Write a cheerful note by saying:

• We are so excited to celebrate your accomplishments today and look forward to seeing what your future holds.
• We share in your happiness on this very special day. We are so thrilled for you!
• You've accomplished so much and I am so pleased to celebrate your successes with you.
• Your graduation deserves to be celebrated! We are so happy to do so with you!
• I'm so glad to be here with you today celebrating your graduation!
• We could not feel happier watching you walk down the aisle to graduate. We are so impressed by your accomplishments.

Sweet Graduation Sentiments

Write a touching card for the graduate to tell them how much you love them. You can write:

• We hope you always cherish this special day. Congratulations to an amazing person!
• Today is your day! We look forward to celebrating your graduation with you!
• This is a day you will always remember and we hope you look back upon it fondly.
• You are a wonderful person and we hope your graduation is a special moment for you.
• You are about to embark on an incredible journey of self-discovery. Enjoy this amazing day and get ready for an exciting future.
• Savor this sweet memory. We are so touched that we get to be here with you on your graduation day.

Short Graduation Messages

Sometimes it's best to keep things short and sweet. You can say:

• Don't let the fear of the future keep you from making it the present.
• Thank you for including us today. Congrats on graduating!
• Happy graduation day to a lovely person!
• We can't wait to celebrate your graduation with you!
• Congrats to you for making it to this special day!
• We wish you the very best on your graduation day!

Graduation Messages From Parents

As a parent, a graduation card is a great opportunity to tell your child how proud you are of them. You can write:

• May your dreams become as real your every day, your fears become as far away as the moon and your life to stay as bright as the sun.
• This day came so quickly. We are so very proud of you and what you have accomplished. We love you so much!
• Breathe in every moment of this incredible day. Congratulations on this special accomplishment.
• Watching you graduate today is one of the happiest moments of our life. We are so proud of the person you have become.
• Cheers to a momentous occasion. We are honored to watch you graduate today.
• We are truly honored to be your parents. You impress us every day with your kindness, strength, and determination. Congratulations on graduating today. We could not feel more proud of you. We love you.

Graduation Messages for a Sister

Your sister graduating is a huge milestone for her. Tell her:

• Your time in high school was well spent. I hope the rest of your years have as much success.
• You are the best sister in the entire world and I am so excited to celebrate your graduation with you today!
• Graduating is a wonderful accomplishment for a wonderful sister! I love you so much!
• I hit the jackpot when it comes to siblings. So happy to be here celebrating your graduation with you!
• You have inspired me to be the best version of myself and for that I thank you. I know you will continue to make me proud to be your sibling as you embark on to the next phase of your life.
• I can't wait to see what your future has in store for you. You are truly an amazing person. Congrats on this momentous day!

Graduation Sentiments for a Brother

When your brother graduates, you can tell him:

• I remember that time we sat on the swings and thought we were infinite. I hope the rest of your life feels like that!
• Your high school accomplishments are something to be very proud of. I am truly inspired by you and know that I will continue to be as you enter into this next chapter of your life.
• Congrats on graduating today. I feel so blessed to be here celebrating your high school career with you.
• Knowing I have you as a brother makes me feel so beyond lucky. I hope you feel extra special today as we all support your incredible accomplishments!
• I hope I can be there for you as much as you've been there for me. You really are the best brother I could have asked for. Today we celebrate this epic milestone and party!
• I am over the moon happy for you today and can't wait to follow in your footsteps. You're the best and I love you so much!

Thoughtfulness in Your Messages

Take your time when it comes to writing a graduation card for your friend or loved one. It can be very meaningful for the graduate to receive a thoughtful, sweet card to commemorate their accomplishments.

In a blink of an eye, your wonderful daughter, kid brother, or sweet cousin is all grown-up and walking across the big stage to receive their diploma. Of course, you’ve planned the perfect party, but if you just can’t seem to find the right words to let them know how proud you are, these simple, heartfelt messages will help you get started. Paired with an unforgettable gift, and it truly will be the best day ever.

Congratulations

• "Caps off to you, graduate!"
• “Congratulations! This is only just the beginning. You’re a star in the making!”
• “Congratulations on your big day! Know without a doubt that you were made for great things.”
• "Congratulations! We are so proud of you."
• "Congrats, you did it!"

Encouragement

• “You’re on your way to seek new vistas, dream new dreams, embark on who you are. Remember to embrace life with passion and keep reaching for the stars.”
• “The road ahead will have its share of obstacles, but you’re incredibly ambitious and strong to overcome anything that comes your way.”
• “Chasing a dream requires hard work, passion, and many sacrifices. We can’t wait to see you accomplish everything your heart desires.”
• “Nothing can stop you now. Your next adventure awaits, and we’re excited to see where it leads you.”
• “Today is only the first of many amazing moments and I know life has many more in store for you.”

Wisdom

• "Never stop growing, exploring, learning, and challenging yourself.”
• “School may be over, but life’s lessons are yet to be learnt. Keep an open heart and mind. Happy graduation!”
• “The journey of life brings both challenges and chances. May you snatch the chances and beat the challenges. Congratulations on graduating.”
• “Graduation isn’t the end of a tough journey. It is the beginning of a beautiful one. Start each day believing in yourself and watch the magic happen.”
• “Before you act, listen. Before you react, think. Before you criticize, wait. And, before you quit, try.”

Nostalgia

• “From when you were little to this very day, you continue giving us reasons to hold our heads up in pride. Congratulations on your achievement!”
• “It seems like just yesterday you were just starting school and now, you’re receiving your diploma. It’s been a joy to watch you grow and achieve so much these past four years."
• “It's true what they say, time flies, but I'm glad we've created incredible memories together that I'll cherish forever. Congratulations, graduate!”
• “I closed my eyes for but a moment and suddenly you stood where my baby used to be. I may not carry you now in my arms, but I will always carry you in my heart. Congratulations on this special achievement.”
• “Know what makes your graduation extra special? It’s having watched you grow up, sharing amazing memories with you, and knowing all the challenges you’ve worked through to get to this day. You did it, kid.”
  

Quotes

• “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” —Henry David Thoreau
• “Take pride in how far you’ve come. Have faith in how far you can go. But don’t forget to enjoy the journey.” —Michael Josephson
• “Now go, and make interesting mistakes, make amazing mistakes, make glorious and fantastic mistakes. Break rules. Leave the world more interesting for you being here. Make good art.” —Neil Gaiman
• “Go forth and set the world on fire.” —St. Ignatius Loyola
• “There is no excuse to wait a day to do what you want to do and to change the way that you want to change." —Sophia Bush

Let the caps fly and the celebrations begin! It’s almost time for the scholars you know to move their tassels from one side to another and look to the future. As you begin to receive graduation announcements in the mail and mark your calendars to attend ceremonies, you may also be thinking about what to write in a graduation card and which gifts to send. Graduation wishes come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and personalization is key. Whether you are hoping to congratulate the graduate with a funny graduation caption or a few sincere graduation quotes, we have pulled together some graduation message examples for you to use and personalize to your liking. Say ‘congrats graduate,’ ‘we’re so proud,’ and ‘keep up the good work’ to any graduate with these message ideas.

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What To Write In A Graduation Card

Show your grad how special they are by writing an unforgettable message to congratulate them on this new milestone. Whether you use a bit of humor or give them advice they can’t get anywhere else, your graduation card is an opportunity to express your joy. Before you write your graduation message, consider these writing tips:

• Say Congratulations! Let the graduate know how proud you are of their accomplishments and congratulate them on graduating. You should start your message off with this cheerful sentiment.
• Mention specific accomplishments. Did they receive any honors or were they a sports team captain? Mention this in your letter!
• Give advice. Provide the graduate with valuable advice for their career and life to give some helpful direction. Graduating can be as scary as it is exciting. They’ll appreciate you sharing advice and any lessons you’ve learned.
• Look to the future. Express your happiness for the grad’s future and let them know you’re excited for their next chapter. Reassure them that their future is bright.
• Send well wishes: Send the graduate off with well wishes for new beginnings and continued success.

Congratulations Graduate: Happy Graduation Card Messages

When it comes to graduation cards, we know that it can be hard to pick out only one (between the seemingly millions) that suits the guest of honor just right. Whether the card is funny, sincere, or a serious tearjerker, we have the best wishes that will add the most personalized touch. Use these as inspiration when writing your message for the big day.

• Congratulations on graduating! This is just the beginning; you are a star in the making. Shine on.
• You are an achiever. You have made us all proud; keep up the good work. Congratulations on graduation.
• It must be a very proud moment for you. All of the hard work you have put in has paid off. Congratulations Grad. Your reward lies ahead. Have a successful future.
• As you cherish the fruits of your hard work, I wish that success keeps following you in everything that you do. Today and always… Congratulations and Happy Graduation.
• I believe you can fly! The sky is your limit. Spread out your wings and soar high. Congratulations and best wishes.
• Graduation wishes for lots and lots of fun and all it takes to make your day a very happy one! Congratulations, Graduate!
• Congratulations Graduate on this momentous day. You’ve worked hard to achieve your goals and now you’re on your way to seek new vistas, dream new dreams, embark on who you are, embrace life with passion and keep reaching for your star. Go for it!
• Chasing a dream requires efforts, passion and hard work. You are now in the half way. Keep up your good work and continue to strive. Congratulations!
• Nothing can stop you now. You have a ticket to your dreams come true. Congrats.
  You worked your butt off, now shake your booty for some fun. Congrats on your graduation.

College Graduation Messages

College graduation is one grand achievement. Although these past four years have gone by in just a blink of an eye, your grad has their whole life ahead of them. Your university graduation wishes will be the perfect cheers to the past and congrats to the future with these messages ideas and inspiration.

• Chase your dreams. Never stop trying. Never stop learning. Live life to the fullest and give it nothing but your best.
• You can achieve whatever you want in life. All you have to do is believe that you can. We believe in you, happy graduation day.
• Congratulations on graduating… Wishing that brighter opportunities come your way and you achieve success in all of them!
• Congratulations, my dearest, on being a graduate. As for your future is concerned, we’re sure you are going to make it a successful one.
• I hope your dreams take you to the corners of your smiles, to the highest of your hopes, to the windows of your opportunities, and to the most special places your heart has ever known.
• You are brilliant, able and ambitious. You shall always walk the glory road. Happy Graduation. I bless you with all that you need to earn many more achievements and feats in life ahead. Congratulations and well done.
• A hearty congratulation on your graduation and wishing you good luck for the new beginning in life. May you reach all your goals.
• Your future is bright. For all the times of late night studies, lack of sleep and sacrifice of enjoyment your reward is here. Congratulations to you.
• Congratulations on your outstanding achievement! Looking back, it was all worth it. Wishing you the best in the wonderful career you have chosen.
• The journey of life brings both challenges and chances. May you carry your spirit to snatch the chances and beat the challenges. Congratulations on your graduation. May you live a proud life.

High School Graduation Wishes

There is a lot of adventure that awaits a recent high school graduate. Between saying goodbye to hometown friends and packing up for the college dorms, your grad could surely use a hearty congrats (and maybe even a few wise words.)  Find some inspiration with some of our favorite ways to say just that.

• Graduation isn’t the end of a tough journey. It is the beginning of a beautiful one…
• Your brilliant achievement today is remarkable. May all your dreams come true. Good luck and congratulations.
• Start each day believing in your dreams. Know without a doubt that you were made for great things.
• Graduation is an exciting time. It marks both an ending and a beginning; it’s warm memories of the past and big dreams for the future.