What should I say to a graduate?
Congratulate the graduate clearly and recognise the work involved. Focus on what they have learned about themselves as well as the qualification. Encourage curiosity and courage rather than suggesting that success is now guaranteed or that they must follow one particular path.
- Say congratulations and name the qualification or milestone.
- Recognise effort, sacrifice or personal growth.
- Express pride without comparing them with others.
- Wish them wisdom and confidence for the next stage.
Which graduation card messages can I use?
These examples are original wording created for this site. Copy one as it is, personalise it or open it directly in the card maker.
How do I turn the message into a card?
Open the card maker with your chosen occasion, add a recipient name and sender, then tap a complete design. Digital cards can be exported as high-resolution images. Printable cards produce a two-page PDF with the outside panels arranged correctly for folding.
- Use one of the messages above or write your own.
- Choose an one-tap design and optional photo.
- Preview the front, inside and back panels.
- Open the image or folded PDF before saving it.