Graduation Gifts Under $50: Thoughtful Finds for High School Girls & Guys

Graduating from high school is a huge milestone, and the perfect time to give a gift that’s both meaningful and useful. If they’re heading off to college, high school grads will appreciate a present that is practical and helps them transition easier into the next chapter of life.

We’ve rounded up quite a few great graduation gift ideas for high school girls and high school guys, tailored to their interests, style, and needs-all under $50. From practical tools to stylish accessories and room décor, these gifts strike the right balance between thoughtful and fun.

GRADUATION GIFTS FOR GIRLS:

Dorm Room Gift Ideas

Dorm Essentials Box Set that includes hammer with screwdriver insert and a box cutter — Dorm Essentials Tool Set

Dorm Essentials Tool Set

Dorm Essentials Tool Set is prepared for dorm life with this practical yet stylish set. It includes a hammer with an integrated screwdriver insert and a chic box cutter, perfect for quick fixes and decorating your space.

dorm dining kitchen box set which includes cutting board, bottle opener and paring knife. — Dorm Dining Kitchen Set

Dorm Dining Kitchen Set

A must-have dorm dining kitchen set for easy dorm food prep, this set comes with a maple wood cutting board, paring knife, and eco-friendly bottle opener to tackle everything from snacks to drinks.

Custom Neon Name Signs

These durable LED Custom Neon Name signs add a pop of color and personality to any dorm room. Personalize with names, quotes, or fun icons for a stylish, glowing room accent.

rusk kit showing items included inside including chapstick, wet wipes, tweezers, bobby pins, file, bandaids, mirror, comb, safety pin, and more. — Sorority Rush Survival Kit

Sorority Rush Survival Kit

Sorority Rush Survival Kit navigates rush events stress-free with essentials like a compact mirror, bobby pins, a stain remover, and much more in this handy all-in-one kit.

Travel Gift Ideas

pastel purple weekender bag with a variety of fun patches all over it including a daisy, rainbow, heart, cherries, plane and more. — Patches Weekender Bag

Weekender Bags

Whether coming home for a weekend or traveling with friends, keep weekend essentials handy with a spacious Patches Weekender Bag or All The Things Weekender Bag. It’s perfect for a few outfits, comfortable shoes, and other weekend necessities.

Clear View Travel Makeup Case

Stay chic and organized on-the-go with transparent panels of clear-view travel makeup cases that make finding your beauty essentials a breeze.

Makeup Sponge Set

Blending beauty and functionality, these makeup sponges set in pastel colors cater to flawless makeup application

black canvas tote bag that says hello weekend in white capital letters — Hello Weekend Canvas Tote Bag

Hello Weekend Canvas Tote Bag

A spacious and durable hello weekend canvas tote bag, perfect for impromptu weekend outings. Its casual, chic design makes it functional yet fashionable and folds up easily to throw in your weekender bag.

Girls Day Out Gift Ideas

cream canvas tote bag that says beach babe in dark gray capital letters and has dark gray piping around the edges of the bag — Beach Babe Canvas Tote Bag

Beach Babe Canvas Tote Bag

Made from heavy-duty canvas, this beach babe canvas tote bag is ideal for beach days, or pool days, keeping your belongings dry and organized.

image of the packing the bow towel comes in - a drawstring bag with the same bow pattern as the towel — Bow Quick Dry Beach Towel

Bow Quick Dry Beach Towel This Bow Quick Dry Beach Towel dries quickly and is perfect for sunny beach or poolside adventures.

Game Day Gift Ideas

Team Vertical Clear Stadium Bag shown in all colors; white, silver, bronze, navy, red, orange, and black. — Team Vertical Clear Stadium Bags

Team Vertical Clear Stadium Bags - Various Colors

Stylish yet practical, these event-compliant clear stadium bags keep essentials secure and come in a variety of vibrant team colors.

GAMEDAY Seed Bead Bag Strap

Elevate game-day style with these handcrafted, colorful seed bead bag straps that can be interchanged seamlessly onto clear stadium bags or other purses with removable straps.

white canvas tote bag that says Gameday in black script lettering and black piping accents around the edges of the bag — Gameday Canvas Tote Bag

Gameday Canvas Tote Bag

Spacious and sturdy, this gameday canvas tote bag is perfect for tailgates, game-day essentials, or just to show your team spirit throughout the season while combining style with practicality.

GRADUATION GIFTS FOR GUYS:

Dorm Room Gift Ideas

pocket monkey x multi tool shown in packaging — Wallet Multi-Tool (Pocket Monkey-X)

Wallet Multi-Tool (Pocket Monkey-X)

A Wallet Multi-tool with 21 functions, it’s the ultimate gadget for everything from opening bottles to tightening screws, even when on-the-go.

custom neon name sign that shows Boone and a baseball icon in light blue neon — Custom Neon Name Sign

Custom Neon Name Signs

Brighten up dorms with custom neon name signs featuring favorite team colors, sport icons, or personal names.

Men's Grooming Kit

Packed with 10 high-quality tools, this sleek men’s grooming kit ensures a polished look anytime, anywhere.

Everyday Gifts for Guys

foam trucker hat shown in navy and white — Adult Foam Trucker Hat

Adult Foam Trucker Hats

Casual yet trendy, these adult foam trucker hats feature a foam front and mesh back for comfort and a classic look, or the adult foam trucker hat and sunglasses set for sunny days out and about on campus.

Leather wallet shown in brown — Men's Leather Bifold Wallet

Leather or Metal Wallets

To help keep cards and cash organized, choose a Mens’ Leather Bifold Wallet or the RFID-Blocking Metal Wallet to keep your items secure and safe.

Gameday Gifts for Guys

flexible plastic flasks shown in black, camo, leopard and hot pink. — 15oz. Bellflask Plastic Flask

15 oz. Bellflask Plastic Flask - Various Styles

The lightweight and flexible Bellflask is perfect for sports fans and outdoor adventures, offering no-fuss portability for hydration (wink).

plastic reusable cup shown with GAME DAY in green capital varsity lettering — Football Plastic Reusable Cups

Football Plastic Reusable Cups (Set of 10)

Celebrate game day with durable football plastic cups featuring fun football designs, perfect for tailgating and parties.

Coaster Drinking Games

To add a little fun to any tailgate, these Coaster Drinking Games will keep the entertainment alive.

Outdoor Gifts for Guys

solar powered charger and flashlight with orange accents — Portable Solar Power Charger & Flashlight

Portable Solar Power Charger & Flashlight

Combining a solar-powered 20,000mAh battery with a portable solar power charger and a high-performance flashlight, this device is perfect for any outdoor enthusiasts and allows them to always be prepared.

Entertaining Gifts for Guys

Gentleman's poker set shown in the tin can the set comes in — Professional Poker Chip Set

Professional Poker Chip Set

Host game nights in style with this sleek, portable professional poker chip set that includes casino-sized chips and cards in a durable aluminum case.

playing cards showing four different styles: daisy, mushroom, retro tile and cannabis — Playing Cards - Various Styles

Playing Cards - Various Styles

Stylish, durable playing cards fit for everything from poker to casual competitive games with friends.

Wrapping It All Up

Whether you're shopping for a girl who loves to decorate her space or a guy who’s serious about his favorite sports team, this list of Pretty Lovely Gift Boutique graduation gifts offers a little something for everyone. These gift ideas go beyond the generic to help celebrate their hard work, and give them something they’ll actually use and enjoy, all at a reasonable price. No matter which you choose, the best graduation gifts are the ones that show you’re proud of how far they’ve come, and excited for where they’re headed next. Cheers to the grads!