Set your college graduate up for success with these last-minute gifts
College graduations worldwide are kicking off the start of summer, even if the weather isn’t on board just yet. After working day and night toward this accomplishment, the soon-to-be-graduate in your life deserves more than a pat on the back.
With all that hard work and so many accomplishments, loved ones are eager to buy gifts for the college graduates in their lives. A recent survey shows spending on graduation gifts tops $6 billion each year, with cash being the most common. If you’d rather give a physical gift, however, we have some ideas for thoughtful and useful last-minute gifts for college grads that will still arrive on time.
In this article: Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee and Espresso Machine, Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera and All-new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
Best last-minute gifts for college grads
Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee and Espresso Machine
Help the soon-to-be-graduate stay fueled all day or night with this countertop-size coffee and espresso machine. From dark and intense to mild and smooth, it creates popular drinks at home, eliminating the need to spend money on overpriced beverages.
Whether the graduate needs to hang curtains at a new apartment or fix a drawer at their fixer-upper house, a tool kit will make any project effortless. This 68-piece tool kit comes with a cordless drill, hammer, adjustable wrench, three screwdrivers and more in a convenient carrying bag.
Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera
Help the newly minted adult in your life document all of the exciting things to come with this high-quality digital camera. It features 24.1 megapixels, built-in Wi-Fi and an optical viewfinder with 95% viewing coverage.
All-new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
The reading shouldn’t stop once they walk across that stage and get their diploma. Encourage your new college grad to keep reading with a Kindle Paperwhite. A single charge lasts up to 12 weeks and it’s full of features that make reading more comfortable on the eyes. They can buy Kindle books from Amazon or download an app that connects to their local library.
New graduates have a ton of uses for a smartwatch, including paying for items while traveling, staying connected with family if they move across the country and keeping an eye on their health. This model is designed with increased durability, making it crack-resistant, dust-resistant and swim-proof.
Vaschy Leather Laptop Backpack
With a padded compartment and secure leather straps, this backpack will not only protect a laptop from bumps but also keep it safe while commuting to work. Plus, it comes with several pockets and compartments to fit a water bottle, phone, iPad, planner, camera and other necessities.
Rachael Ray Cucina Nonstick Cookware Pots and Pans Set
Graduates moving to a new apartment or house will probably need help with all the essentials, including a long-lasting set of pots and pans. This 12-piece set is nonstick for effortless food release and features aluminum and hard enamel porcelain for durability.
Samsonite Omni PC Hardside Expandable Luggage
Send the new graduate off on an adventure of a lifetime with durable, long-lasting luggage that will last as long as the memories. It’s designed with four multi-directional spinning wheels to quickly make it through an airport and a scratch-resistant micro-diamond polycarbonate texture on the exterior.
Bentgo Classic All-In-One Stackable Lunch Box
Not only is eating out expensive, but it can also wreak havoc on your health. With this stackable lunch box, packing lunch for work has never been easier. It comes with two dishwasher-safe stackable containers, a built-in utensil set and a strap to keep food secure.
Since they are designed with active noise cancellation and transparency mode, these earbuds are ideal for all situations. In addition, the battery and compact charging case offers up to 24 hours of listening time. Plus, it also comes with three ear tip sizes to fit everyone comfortably.
Productivity Store Daily Planner
In addition to organizing your soon-to-be-graduates’ thoughts, days and work schedule, this planner also helps to set goals and keep track of important dates. The calendar is undated, so you can use it for any dates, and it comes with a set of stickers for customization.
Worth checking out
- An upgraded Victrola Vintage Three-speed Bluetooth Record Player comes in a portable suitcase design to take the tunes anywhere.
- Keep the coffee warm from sun up to sundown with the Nextmug Plus Self-Heating Coffee Mug.
- This passport cover wallet protects important documents and looks stylish.
- From setting a to-do list to video-chatting with friends to turning off the lights, the Echo Show 8 can do it all.
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