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12 Graduation Cap Ideas

Make yourself stand out at commencement.

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12 Graduation Cap Ideas

Graduation season is upon us. From the last few weeks of April to early May, thousands of college students will earn their diplomas. But how would you make yourself stand out in a crowd of hundreds of people? How will your family know where you are? Ever thought about decorating your graduation cap? Check out some of these ideas to make you feel inspired to grab your hot glue gun, run to Michael's and start crafting!

1. Thank Mom and Dad

They are the reason you were able to get where you are today.


2. Tell the Employers in the Audience You're Still Looking for Work

Maybe they'll notice your creativity with your cap.


3. Let People Know You're Going Far

Either out of the state or out of the country, let your people know that you intend to go far.

4. If You Want to be Funny

You know, poke fun at all your student loans or your degree and how you worked hard for it.


5. Show Your School Pride

Nothing says "I love my school" more than putting it on your cap.



6. Shout Out to Your Frat or Sorority

You had the time of your life and made friendships you would not have made anywhere else.


7. Go Disney!

Quote you're favorite Disney song or line or put your favorite character as part of your cap.



8. When in Doubt, Quote it Out

You know, if you're not all that into Disney quotes...

9. Show What You Know

Show what you majored in.

10. Be Magical

If you prefer Harry Potter over everything else.


11. Movie References Work

There are so many to choose from, too.


12. Show How Happy You are to be Finished

You've finished one of the happiest chapters in your young life.

Now what?

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