Graduation Gift Calculator

It depends heavily on the relationship. Acquaintances often give $20-$30, frequently as a group gift. Good friends give $30-$50, while close friends and relatives usually give $50-$70. Parents and godparents typically give $120-$180.

Yes. Higher academic milestones like a Master's degree are typically honored with a higher gift than high school. Family gifts often move from $120-$180 toward $140-$210.

If no celebration is taking place or you are not invited, a monetary gift is not required. A card is enough. If you still want to send something as a neighbor or distant relative, $15-$25 is a nice gesture.

Godparents usually sit at the family end of the range. For a school or university graduation, $120-$180 is a practical guideline, depending on your means.

If the family covers the meal, fold about $20-$30 extra per person into the gift. For self-payers, a smaller congratulatory amount is enough.

A completed vocational program is honored similarly to high school or a bachelor's degree. Among friends, $30-$50 is close for both. Family and godparents give more in either case.

Among friends or classmates, $30-$40 per person for a shared gift or gift card is common. It often looks more generous than many tiny individual gifts.