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It’s graduation season, and we’re here to provide you with some diversion — our high school graduation gifts for her. We hope you’ll find inspiration in this list of best grad gifts for young women with a mix of traditional and trendy.
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High school graduation gifts for girls
1. Wonderboom 4 Portable Speaker (Amazon)
When your daughter wants to crank up the music in her dorm, she’ll love having this gift. The UE (“Ultimate Ears”) Portable Bluetooth Speaker has excellent audio quality and is waterproof and dustproof.
This is the #1 top choice for wireless speakers, according to the New York Times Wirecutter product reviewers, and is available in several vibrant colors.
2. Anker iPhone Charger (Amazon)
Having a phone that is always charged is one of the best safety tips for your daughter on campus or while she is on the go anywhere. This portable charger is lightweight and compact. It has a built in USB C Connector for iPhone 16/15 Series, Samsung S22/23 Series, iPad Pro/Air, AirPods, and More.
3. T-Shirt Quilt (Project Repat)
A T-shirt quilt from Project Repat is not only a practical throw blanket for chilly days ahead, but it’s also a wonderful reminder of home. Custom design a memorable quilt with her t-shirts from camp, class days, teams, and more; she will have a tangible way to remember all those memories of her early life.
This is a unique graduation gift and a great conversation starter at her NEW home at college. From lap size to Queen size, choose what fits your teen the best.
4. Laptop Everywhere Backpack (lululemon)
If your daughter loves her lululemon leggings, she will be thrilled with a backpack from one of her favorite bands.
This durable, water-resistant backpack has a padded pocket for her laptop (fits a 16″) and an exterior pocket for her water bottle. Available in two colors. Perfect for her next adventure in life!
5. Makeup Mirror (The Container Store)
This makeup mirror is ideal for a dorm room because it is small and lightweight. She can bring this with her to college for the perfect setup to get ready in the mornings. One side is 1X, the other is 5X magnification.
6. Personalized Thank You Note Cards (Minted)
We love giving personalized notecards and thank you notecards and Minted is our favorite online site. Order some in her favorite color and that reflects her unique style.
15% off grad cards & gifts*. Code: GRAD2025, ends Mon 3/24/25
7. College Apparel, College Gear (Fanatics)
There’s no better place to find a wide variety of officially-licensed NCAA merchandise than Fanatics. With 500+ college teams, you can find t-shirts, pajama pants, tote bags, and more with your daughter’s college logo. This is one of the most popular of all graduation gift ideas.
8. “Open When” Cards (Amazon)
It is inevitable that your daughter will need a little boost in spirits when she hits (inevitable) bumps in the road. Sending her off with a set of 16 cards to “open when” will remind her that you are ALWAYS there for her. Fill them with gift cards, special notes, or a tiny gift and you will both feel better.
9. The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into in College (Amazon)
This is THE guide your daughter will want to pack with her when she leaves for college. Author Harlan Cohen has written a comprehensive New York Times bestseller book, now in the 7th edition. This makes a great grad gift! Don’t forget to enclose a note with your personal congratulations on this important milestone of high school graduation.
10. Do Your Laundry, Or You’ll Die Alone (Amazon)
This charming, amusing book offers advice for daughters before they leave home. It’s for anyone (really, everyone) who feels they have run out of time but still have plenty to teach. We love Becky Blades, the author/illustrator who wrote this for her own daughters before they left home.
11. Belt Bag (lululemon)
This cute clear belt bag is great for watching sporting events or attending concerts, since many colleges now require clear bags to enter stadiums. There is enough space for a phone, wallet, portable charger, and more.
12. CALPAK Tote (The Container Store)
This adorable tote bag is both functional and stylish. Tote bags are useful in college and beyond — for class, workouts, grocery shopping, the beach, and more. The organizer pockets include a 15″ laptop sleeve and a zippered exterior side pocket. Plus, the expandable base unzips to create an extra four inches of packing space. Available in three versatile colors.
13. Collegiate Bracelet (Little Words Project)
Little Words offers adorable collegiate bracelets. Little Words Project bracelets inspire people to be kind to themselves and to pay that kindness forward by sharing, one bracelet at a time.
14. Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler (Stanley)
A durable and insulated water bottle is something your teen will use for all four years of college. This NEW style is completely leak-proof with the ProTour Flip Straw lid — flip up the built-in straw to sip, then snap it shut when done. Plus, it is dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning. The colors are pretty, with fun names like cherry blossom or rose quartz fade. LIMITED-TIME SALE: Select Quenchers 25% Off.
15. Cozy Sherpa Robe (Pottery Barn Teen)
This cozy and comfy sherpa robe is available in four pretty colors. This is an especially practical gifts for women living in dorms with communal bathrooms. Add personalization for an extra touch.
16. Dimmable Desk Lamp — 5th Gen (Amazon)
Being a good roommate means keeping quiet and lowering the lights when your roomie tries to sleep. This LED Desk Lamp with a wireless high-speed charger and USB charging port has seven brightness levels and five lighting modes.
17. 3-Tier Cart (The Container Store)
For dorm or apartment storage, this 3-tier organizer is ready to roll. The slender design makes it easy to slide into a bathroom or closet. It’s an excellent way to keep things organized and the mesh bottoms provide ventilation. Available in seven pretty colors.
18. Laptop Lap Desk (Amazon)
Using a lap desk like this one while studying in a dorm bed (or apartment couch) will make juggling her laptop, phone, and notes much easier. A hard surface desk with dual bolster cushion gives this desk a comfortable and relaxed fit.
19. The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (Amazon)
From the book:
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” asked the mole.
“Kind,” said the boy.
This slim volume of love and wisdom is a perfect send-off to any young woman in your life. Written and beautifully illustrated by Charlie Mackesy, this global bestseller offers hope and inspiration in celebrating friendship between four unforgettable characters.
20. Dusk 3″ Mattress Topper (ViscoSoft)
Most college dorm rooms have elevated twin XL-size beds with mattresses as firm as bricks and typically awful. A mattress topper is one of the most practical graduation gifts, and your daughter will thank you every day when she gets a better night’s sleep in a much more comfortable bed. Viscosoft is a top brand with great reviews. This topper is their “Dusk” model with a washable cover over a foam mat.
21. Soundcore by Anker Headphones (Amazon)
Dorms are noisy and a gift of noise-cancelling headphones can help her create quieter space for studying. These headphones get the top marks for headphones under $100 by the New York Times Wirecutter reviewers.
22. Dorm Decor and Bedding (Pottery Barn Teen)
Has your daughter started looking for a comforter for her dorm room? Dozens of retailers offer twin XL bedding, but we think the selection and style choice at Pottery Barn Teen is excellent. She would love high-quality produced essentials and decor items.
23. Poppin Box Seat (The Container Store)
For storage and a seat all in one, this Poppin Box Seat is the solution. It offers 4096 cubic inches of storage space, is strong enough to accommodate up to 275 pounds, and also collapses flat when not in use. It’s the perfect portable clutter control for a dorm room.
24. Clear Cross Body Bag for Game Day (Fanatics)
25. Napkin Finance (Amazon)
In this Wall Street Journal bestseller, author Tina Hay covers financial literacy topics that all high school grads need. With illustrations and clear explanation, Napkin Finance has garnered excellent reviews, including this one: “An entertaining introduction to saving and investing. This is the best personal finance primer I have read in years.” (Paul M. Brown, The New York Times)
26. Engravable Necklaces (Kendra Scott)
Gift an engravable necklace with her grad year on it. This is something personalized and meaningful that she can wear to cherish her graduation accomplishment. Available in sterling silver and 18k Gold Vermeil.
27. Levoit Mini Air Purifier (Amazon)
Air purifiers have become very popular gifts for college students who live in small, cramped and dusty dorm rooms. They help filter out odor and allergens. This may be helpful in areas where wildfire smoke and/or other external pollutants are a problem.
28. SentrySafe (Amazon)
The safe is small and has a cable that can be looped around a heavy piece of furniture. This is important if your daughter takes jewelry, a passport, or meds to college.
29. Woozoo Fan (Amazon)
Dorm rooms are stuffy, and good air circulation is beneficial in a small shared space. If your daughter attends school in a hot climate, the fall and spring months can be uncomfortable, especially in older dorms that lack air-conditioning. People love WOOZOO fans, now in five pretty colors.
30. Keurig Mini (Amazon)
Brewing coffee in your dorm room is a tiny luxury AND cost savings. This adorable coffee maker is only 5″ wide and is available in multiple colors. Sized to fit a travel mug, she will be on her way to class, coffee in hand, without the need to be tempted by an expensive Starbucks. Available in six fantastic colors. Note: not every dorm allows coffee makers, check with the residence life section of the colelge website for what may be prohibited, first.
31. Scratch Off Map (Uncommon Goods)
From one of our favorite sites, Uncommon Goods, comes this scratch-off-where-you’ve-been map that gives your student a beautiful visual of all the places they have traveled to in a dynamic and eye-catching way.
Uncommon Goods $26.00 – $40.00
32. Hydrocotton® Quick-Dry Organic Towels (PB Teen)
A crucial part of setting up for a dorm room or an apartment means getting towels and these hydrocotton towels are super soft with quick drying capabilities. They are available in many pretty colors with these sizes – washcloth, hand towel, bath towel, or set of three. Plus, you can add a monogram for a personalized touch.
Pottery Barn Teen $14.50 – $73.50
33. Blissy Silk Pillowcase (Amazon)
These pillowcases are handmade and crafted from high-quality 100% pure mulberry silk. Silk pillowcases can be beneficial for hair and skin — she will wake up without bed head. The cooling properties in Blissy cases may also help her have a more comfortable night’s sleep.
34. AUTOMET Women’s Sweatshirts (Amazon)
This cute pullover is made with cotton and polyester, perfect for staying warm. It comes in 32 different colors, so you can choose your daughter’s favorite color. This is the #1 bestseller in Women’s Fashion Sweatshirts on Amazon.
35. TICONN Storage and Moving Bags (Amazon)
These water-resistant, durable and lightweight storage and moving bags have a zipper top and a pocket for a tag so you can keep up with the contents in each one. These are excellent for moving into the dorm room – something like this is a must have!
Prices were accurate at time of publication.
Why You Can Trust Us:
The Grown and Flown team includes three moms who have raised 8 young adults and have been working on product lists for over 12 years now, making them experts. When selecting products they survey the Grown and Flown Parents Facebook group of nearly 300,000 parents of teens, tweens and young adults. They do opinion polls, surveys and ask open-ended questions. They search for products that combine reasonable prices with high quality and are recommended by the large following. With recommendations from major retailers, trustworthy publications, and social media influencers, this post selected a range of products, paying close attention to reviews and price tags.
Looking for more graduation gifts for her that she can use at college? Read 12 Things All Freshmen Need to Bring to College
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