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21 unique graduation gifts for the high school or college graduate

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Celebration season is upon us and if you are on the hunt for a unique graduation gift, we've got you covered.

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Depending on your impressive graduate's plan for life after school, they may be prepping to travel, leave home and take on college life or explore their chosen career path.

You can assume the graduate will receive lots of gifts to celebrate this big accomplishment, so a personalized pick always feels like a special touch. To elevate your idea, check out retailers like Uncommon Goods and Etsy to stand out among gift-givers.

If a more practical gift is your style, you can't go wrong with a pair of noise-canceling headphones that any college-bound student would appreciate for late nights at the library.

Scroll on to check out our compiled list of unique and thoughtful gifts for graduation.

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University College Map Print

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lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag Large 2L

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Weekly Planner Pad Tear Off – 52 Undated Weekly Sheets

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From Amazon

Original: $52.99

SHINOLA The Runwell Quartz Watch

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Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones

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From Amazon

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The Italian Leather Studio Bag

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Collegiate Pouches

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The Peony

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From Urban Stems

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Graduation Gift Money Holder, Tiered Graduation Money Cake, Gaduation Gift Ideas For Him, Gift ideas for Her, Personalized Graduation Gift

Price: $31 · From Etsy

Apple AirPods Pro

Price: $224.99 · From Amazon

Zealmer Dainty 18K Gold Plated Compass World Map Pendant Necklace

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From Amazon

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The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter--And How to Make the Most of Them Now

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