185+ Graduation Wishes and Messages

Graduation Wishes
Heartfelt graduation greetings and wishes

Graduation is an exciting time, and what better way to make your graduate feel loved and appreciated than a heartfelt graduation message. As they take their first step into independence and adulthood, a few words of support and encouragement can give graduates the confidence they need to succeed in their future endeavors. Our graduation wishes range from lighthearted and humorous to touching and heartfelt, and are divided into categories to make it easy for you to find the best graduation well wishes for your graduate. Show your support and let your favorite graduate know how proud you are with the help of our thoughtfully crafted graduation wishes here at Styiens.

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Graduation Wishes

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We always knew that you could do it. Congrats!

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Congrats on meeting the bare minimum job requirements! Just kidding, I'm super proud of you!

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Be proud of yourself. A lot of people never even start college, and a lot of people don't finish. You did it. Congrats!

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You've had a goal before, but you're an accomplisher now. Congratulations on a very special graduation day!

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We wish you confidence and courage as you step towards new challenges in your life. Congratulations!

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Congrats! You get to wear a funny hat. Your hard work has paid off, and now the hat is finally yours. Congratulations on your graduation.

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Congratulations on your graduation – you did it! Let me let you in on a little secret: the hard work is far from over, it's actually just beginning.

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Education is the secret to success. The diploma might help a little, too. Congratulations on your graduation!

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Education is the starting point of your journey to a brighter tomorrow. Congratulations on your graduation!

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Wishing you all the best on your graduation day. Congratulations and good luck in the future!

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May today hold the promise of many great tomorrows! Congratulations on your graduation!

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Great results come from hard work. Well done! Congratulations on your graduation!

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Wishing you tons of success in the future. Congratulations on your graduation!

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I've always felt you'd just barely graduate. Congratulations on your graduation!

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The tassel is well worth the hassle. Congratulations on your graduation!

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Congratulations to the graduate. You've worked hard to accomplish your goals, and now you're on your way seeking new aspirations, dreaming new dreams, embarking on your journey, embracing life with passion, and continuing to reach out to the stars. You've got this!

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In this single happy moment, all the hard work you've put in has paid off. Congratulations on your graduation. You have a bright future ahead of you.

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The journey of life brings both challenges and opportunities. May you have the confidence to take the chances and overcome the challenges. Congratulations on your graduation.

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Chasing a dream requires hard work, passion and dedication. You're headed in the right direction. Keep up the good work, I know you have what it takes to succeed. Congratulations!

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As you enjoy the benefits of your hard work, I wish you great success in everything you set out to do. Today and always, congratulations and happy graduation.

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Congratulations on your graduation! I wish you good luck as you head towards new beginnings in your life. May you accomplish all of your goals.

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Congratulations to you on your graduation! This is just the start; you're a star in the making. Shine on and good luck.

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Congratulations on your graduation! I wish you success in all your future endeavors.

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You are bright, successful, and intelligent. Congratulations on your graduation. May you continue to push forward and make great achievements and accomplishments in the future. Well done, congratulations.

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If you think back on the last four years, you'll probably remember the lessons you learned outside the classroom the most. Learning doesn't just stop when you earn your diploma. Every day is an opportunity to learn something new. Congratulations on your graduation!

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For all the all-nighters, the lack of sleep, the missed parties... You worked so hard to get here. Congratulations and best of luck in the future. You've earned it!

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Congratulations on your graduation! You have proven that you can be a successful student. Now you can seize the opportunity to be successful in every aspect of your life.

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Congratulations on your outstanding achievement! Looking back, I'm sure you know that it was all worth it. Wishing you the best in the excellent profession you've chosen.

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Not only did you graduate from school / college. You've also graduated to adulthood. Wishing you all the best. Congratulations on your graduation.

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Damn, that's a very expensive piece of paper. Congratulations on getting that piece of paper!

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Son, I closed my eyes for a moment, and suddenly there is a man where a boy used to be. You've given me so many reasons to be proud of the man you've become; my proudest achievement is getting to tell everyone that you're my son. I love you. Congratulations, on this remarkable achievement.

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I'm so happy to watch you graduate and reach your goals, and hope that my encouragement and guidance has helped you over the years. Congratulations!

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You're an achiever. You made all of us very proud; keep up the good work. Congratulations on your graduation.

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You've studied hard and shown us how it's done. I'm so proud of you, Congratulations on your graduation.

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Be proud of this moment – you deserve it for all the effort and dedication you put in. We're so proud of you. Congratulations!

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Congratulations on your graduation and best wishes for your next adventures! I'm so proud of you, good luck!

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Congratulations to me for sitting through this long graduation ceremony. Just kidding, so proud of you!

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Now that you're a graduate, use your freedom wisely. We're so proud of you. Congratulations.

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I'm so proud of you and I'm truly honored to celebrate your graduation day with you. Congratulations!

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We're so happy to be here to share the excitement of graduation with you. Congratulations!

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The time has come to spread your wings and fly. Congratulations!

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Congratulations! You did it just like we knew you were going to do it! We're proud of you!

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The world is ready for someone like you! Get out there and show it what you're worth. Congrats!

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You've worked so hard. It's time to celebrate your graduation. You made all of us extremely proud. Best of luck with your future.

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Just remember that the process of learning never stops. Happy graduation, son / daughter / nephew / niece.

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We are so proud of your achievements and the person you have become.

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You have made us so proud, we cannot wait to see what your future will bring. Congrats!

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It's been amazing to watch your journey and growth from a little boy / girl to the man / woman you are today. But remember, you're always going to be our little boy / girl in our hearts. Congrats!

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Enjoy your accomplishments, my dear son / daughter / nephew / niece. You've come a very long way, and I'm so excited to watch you grow. Congratulations!

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My dear son / daughter / nephew / niece, have made your mom / dad / aunt / uncle so proud. I would like to congratulate from the bottom of my heart on your graduation.

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It was my dream to see you graduate, and you made it happen. To my dearest son / daughter / nephew / niece, I would like to congratulate you on your achievements and on all the opportunities that are sure to come.

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Here's to the variety of new possibilities that have opened up to you, our son / daughter / nephew / niece. Enjoy your graduation day. We love you so much!

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It's a wonderful feeling knowing that my son / daughter / nephew / niece has become a graduate. I'm so proud of you. Congrats!

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Congratulations on your graduation! Always remember, no matter where you go or how successful you become, never lose sight of yourself. Stay humble and true to yourself. We are so proud of you.

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I still remember the day we first met, when your parents brought you home from the hospital. I now have the opportunity to remember another amazing moment in your life. Congratulations on graduating! I'm so proud of you.

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Congratulations on your tremendous success and achievement. Keep up the good work, and you can expect great successes to keep coming your way. We 're so proud of you.

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As one chapter ends and the next begins, remember to always follow your dreams. I'm so proud of you, you worked very hard to get here. Congratulations.

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Not only did you make your parents proud, but you made me the happiest uncle / aunt in the world. Congratulations on your graduation!

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Your balance of hard work, commitment and passion has helped you to achieve this dream. Congratulations.

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Congratulations, you've outdone yourself! We wish you nothing but the very best. Good luck in the future!

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Even though I'm upset about losing my bet, congratulations on graduating! Just kidding, I always knew you could do it! I'm proud of you!

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Go after your dreams and reach the stars! You can do it! Congratulations on your graduation.

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Seize the day! Congratulations on your graduation, and all the best moving forward.

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Congratulations, my son / daughter / nephew / niece, on your graduation. As for your future, we 're sure you're going to make it a successful one.

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We're always proud to call you our son / daughter / nephew / niece, but we're especially proud today. Congratulations on your graduation!

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To my dearest son / daughter / nephew / niece, I cannot believe that you're all grown up. You've grown so much, and I know that you will always work hard to achieve your goals. Congratulations and best of luck!

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Always remember that I believe in you! The sky is the limit. Spread your wings and soar high. Congratulations and best wishes.

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Congratulations, son / daughter / nephew, on your graduation. We are so proud to see our little bundle of joy grow into such a strong, mature adult. Keep on making us proud. We love you, best of luck in your future.

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We are so proud of your accomplishments and achievements. Congratulations on your graduation!

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I remember how happy you were the day you got accepted into your dream school. Then the day we helped you move in, your first time on your own, the first time you came home to visit. We are so proud of you that you set out on your own and earned this major accomplishment all by yourself. We love you so much. Congratulations, my son / daughter / nephew / niece, on your graduation!

Congratulations Wishes for Graduation

Congratulate the happy new grad with one of these congrats on a graduation wishes! Each message and saying has been thoughtfully crafted by our team of writers here at Styiens, and is the perfect way to show your support. Whether you’re sending your congratulations to a loved one or looking for the perfect sentiment for a close friend, you’re sure to find the right words to say congratulations on their big day!

  1. I remember how happy you were the day you got accepted into your dream school. Then the day we helped you move in, your first time on your own, the first time you came home to visit. We are so proud of you that you set out on your own and earned this major accomplishment all by yourself. We love you so much. Congratulations, my son / daughter / nephew / niece, on your graduation!
  2. We are so proud of your accomplishments and achievements. Congratulations on your graduation!
  3. Congratulations, son / daughter / nephew, on your graduation. We are so proud to see our little bundle of joy grow into such a strong, mature adult. Keep on making us proud. We love you, best of luck in your future.
  4. Always remember that I believe in you! The sky is the limit. Spread your wings and soar high. Congratulations and best wishes.
  5. To my dearest son / daughter / nephew / niece, I cannot believe that you're all grown up. You've grown so much, and I know that you will always work hard to achieve your goals. Congratulations and best of luck!
  6. We're always proud to call you our son / daughter / nephew / niece, but we're especially proud today. Congratulations on your graduation!
  7. Congratulations, my son / daughter / nephew / niece, on your graduation. As for your future, we 're sure you're going to make it a successful one.
  8. Congratulations, you're sure to be a great teacher / doctor / engineer / lawyer!
  9. Seize the day! Congratulations on your graduation, and all the best moving forward.

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Graduation Wishes and Messages for Son

Show your son how proud you are of his academic achievement and personal accomplishment with one of these heartfelt graduation wishes and messages. From uplifting messages of love and support to warm, heartfelt congratulations on a job well done, these graduation wishes are the perfect way to show your son how proud you are of him on this once-in-a-lifetime occasion!

  1. My dear son / daughter / nephew / niece, have made your mom / dad / aunt / uncle so proud. I would like to congratulate from the bottom of my heart on your graduation.
  2. Enjoy your accomplishments, my dear son / daughter / nephew / niece. You've come a very long way, and I'm so excited to watch you grow. Congratulations!
  3. It's been amazing to watch your journey and growth from a little boy / girl to the man / woman you are today. But remember, you're always going to be our little boy / girl in our hearts. Congrats!
  4. We're so proud of what you've achieved. Congrats to the new graduate!
  5. You have made us so proud, we cannot wait to see what your future will bring. Congrats!
  6. We're extremely proud of the person you have become.
  7. We are so proud of your achievements and the person you have become.
  8. Just remember that the process of learning never stops. Happy graduation, son / daughter / nephew / niece.
  9. One college degree = two happy parents. Congratulation on your graduation!

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Funny Graduation Wishes and Messages

Send some lighthearted congratulations to the new graduate with one of these funny graduation wishes and messages! From cheery sayings to witty puns, these funny graduation wishes are perfect for sending your best wishes in a fun way! Congratulate the new grad on their achievement and bring a smile to their face with a funny graduation message from Styiens!

  1. Always respect your elders; we graduated without Google. Congratulations!
  2. Even though I'm upset about losing my bet, congratulations on graduating! Just kidding, I always knew you could do it! I'm proud of you!
  3. Hip hip hooray for graduate! Congrats!
  4. Congratulations to me for sitting through this long graduation ceremony. Just kidding, so proud of you!
  5. Damn, that's a very expensive piece of paper. Congratulations on getting that piece of paper!
  6. Congratulations and welcome to the real world.
  7. The tassel is well worth the hassle. Congratulations on your graduation!
  8. I've always felt you'd just barely graduate. Congratulations on your graduation!
  9. Education is the secret to success. The diploma might help a little, too. Congratulations on your graduation!

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Congratulations Wishes for College Graduation

Congratulate a friend, family member, colleague, or anyone in between on their successful completion of college studies with one of these beautiful graduation wishes. Whether you're looking for inspiring messages, heartfelt sayings, or cheerful wishes of congratulations, you’re sure to find the perfect words to congratulate the new grad and celebrate their exciting achievement.

  1. Be proud of yourself. A lot of people never even start college, and a lot of people don't finish. You did it. Congrats!
  2. It's official: you're too cool for school now! Congrats!
  3. School is like toilet roll, you just miss it when it's gone. Congrats buddy!
  4. You did it! And never forget your most important thing you learned in college: 24 hours in one day, 24 beers in one case. Congrats!
  5. Never forget to thank those who have always been there for you through your class at college: caffeine, instant ramen, and Wikipedia.
  6. My hope for you is that your beautiful college memories last longer than your student loans. Congrats!
  7. Wow, I can't even imagine the places you're going to go and the things you are going to achieve! Congrats!
  8. It's been such a long journey; did you ever think that this day would actually come? I didn't either! Congrats buddy!
  9. Achieving small things is the first step towards achieving greatness – graduation shows that you're well on your way! Congrats!
  10. Now that you've achieved the goals that other people have set for you, make sure you have a list of your own. Congrats and good luck!
  11. It's not easy to chase your dreams. It requires a lot of ambition, effort, and true devotion. You've proven you have everything it takes today, by becoming a graduate. Congrats.

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Short Graduation Wishes and Messages

Keep it short and sweet with these simple congrats messages for the new grad! Send your congrats to your loved one for their recent graduation with one of our short yet powerful graduation wishes and messages. Whether you’re looking to send your favorite graduate a quick congratulatory message or searching for the perfect concise graduation quote, our selection of short graduation wishes and messages has the perfect words to show your support and admiration for their accomplishment!

  1. Success is yours, just keep on moving forward. Congrats!
  2. The world is ready for someone like you! Get out there and show it what you're worth. Congrats!
  3. Congratulations! You did it just like we knew you were going to do it! We're proud of you!
  4. Be proud of your achievement! You did it! Congratulations!
  5. Be proud of your hard work! Congratulations on your graduation!
  6. The time has come to spread your wings and fly. Congratulations!
  7. We're so happy to be here to share the excitement of graduation with you. Congratulations!
  8. I'm so proud of you and I'm truly honored to celebrate your graduation day with you. Congratulations!
  9. Now that you're a graduate, use your freedom wisely. We're so proud of you. Congratulations.

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Popular Graduation Quotes

  1. “Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” – William Butler Yeats
  2. “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
  3. “You are educated. Your certification is in your degree. You may think of it as the ticket to the good life. Let me ask you to think of an alternative. Think of it as your ticket to change the world.” – Tom Brokaw
  4. “Don’t let the fear of the time it will take to accomplish something stand in the way of your doing it. The time will pass anyway; we might just as well put that passing time to the best possible use.” – Earl Nightingale
  5. “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” – Albert Schweitzer
  6. “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
  7. “Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.” – Robert Collier
  8. “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill
  9. “It is not the mountains we conquer but ourselves.” – Edmund Hillary
  10. “You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else.” – Albert Einstein

FAQ

What should I write in a graduation card?

Graduation is an exciting time, and making sure you put the right words into your graduation card is crucial to making this exciting event even more special. The most important thing to remember to include in your message is how proud you are of the graduate’s accomplishment. Graduating takes dedication and perseverance, and everyone appreciates when their efforts are recognized. Compliment them on their hard work and commitment, express your happiness for them for reaching their goal, and commemorate their achievement with a congratulatory message. Sign off with a few encouraging words and a positive wish for the future, and wish them the best of luck on their future endeavors. Remember, this is an exciting time, and they’ve worked very hard to reach this moment. A few short words to let them know how proud you are of their accomplishments is a great way to bring a smile to their face on this exciting day!

What are some good sayings for a graduate?

Graduation is an exciting and important time, and the right words can help make this day even more special and memorable. When you’re looking for a saying for a graduate, remember that they’ve worked very hard to get to this point. For this reason, your graduation message should be not only a congratulations, but also a recognition of the hard work that brought them to this point. Graduation sayings should always be chosen with a personal touch that reflects the graduate’s personality and your relationship with them. For example, if they are a humorous or fun person and you’re very close, you could use a funny saying. Alternatively, if they are a more serious or sentimental person, or if you’re not very close, use a more inspirational and heartfelt saying. If you’re still stumped and not sure what kind of graduation saying is best, or just want some inspiration to get started, check out our graduation sayings section here at Styiens!

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