This post will show you the cutest graduation announcements 2023 grads are going to love sending out.
With graduation season coming up, every soon-to-be-grad needs to start thinking about graduation party invitation ideas and graduation announcements before the semester gets too busy.
You may be asking, why bother sending a graduation announcement?
Well, because your friends and loved ones should all know about your awesome achievements — don’t hold back!
It’s so much fun to make a statement with your announcement and celebrate how much you’ve accomplished. (Plus, you might get a gift or two in return, just saying.)
Below, we’ve rounded up our favorite graduation announcements of 2023 to help celebrate your big day in style.
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26 Best Graduation Card Ideas You’ll Love
Cute Ideas
Classy “Airy Script” Graduation Announcement
This one is so classic and classy, a beautiful way to mark your graduation in style. It’s particularly great if you had senior pictures or a recent photo shoot done and want to show off a beautiful photo of yourself.
Painted Swash Announcement
I think this might be my favorite of all the announcements on this page.
I just love this announcement for its minimalist, slightly boho feel. It gives me all the California girl vibes.
Also, if you want to use this as an invitation for graduation, you can customize it on the back with all of the details your guests need to know.
Minimalist Announcement
Here’s another minimal-styled graduation announcement for 2023 that has a girly California boho feel to it. It also has definite fashion girl vibes.
This would go great with a casual photo for a laid-back take on the graduation announcement.
Glitter Confetti Announcement
Who doesn’t love glitter? This glitter confetti announcement is so glam and is sure to stand out from the crowd.
This one features real glitter and is the perfect choice if your style is girly or glam.
Sparkle Multi-Photo Announcement
Another sparkly announcement that allows you to use more than one photo — perfect if you just can’t choose!
I love the casual, scrapbook feel of this one. It’s perfect if you don’t want anything too formal and just want to celebrate in style.
GRAD Announcement Card
I love the slightly boho feel of this GRAD letters announcement for 2023. It’s so classic with the black background — great if your style veers more toward edgy or bohemian.
She Did It! Announcement
This invite is all about your achievements — graduation is momentous, and we should recognize it as such. Tell everyone you DID THAT with this cute card.
The best part is, this one can be customized with your graduation party info at the bottom, so it’s an announcement and invite in one.
Unique Ideas
2023 Graduation Announcement
Pay tribute to your year with this 2023 styled announcement from Minted.
I love that it allows you to use four different photos in such a creative way, if you have a bunch of photo options and can’t choose.
Glitter Pop-Out Announcement
Here’s a great announcement to use if you want to update your friends and family on your progress, your degree, or your future plans. It allows for tons of detail because it opens up to reveal text inside.
You can even use this announcement to include graduation party info on the inside.
Gradient Announcement
I love the washed out feel of this gradient announcement — definite Instagram filter vibes, in the best way.
This one is also perfect if you want to use a headshot instead of a full body shot for your announcement.
Then & Now Graduation Announcement
How cute is this “then and now” announcement? It’s the ultimate throwback and such a cute idea. It’s especially great in black and white for that sweet retro feel.
Teacher’s Chalkboard Announcement
This graduation announcement for 2023 features chalkboard sketches and a graduation cap in black and white. It’s classic but also super cute.
This would be an amazing choice if you majored in Education or are going on to teach with an advanced degree.
“She Persisted” Announcement
Nevertheless, she persisted. Bring some girl power to your graduation announcement with this card that celebrates you for the strong woman you are.
(Surviving school in 2023 definitely requires extra persistence, let’s be real.)
I also love that this card is actually a postcard, so you can have everyone’s address printed on the back of the card and just drop it in the mail with a stamp. So easy and cute.
Photo Booth Strips Announcement
This announcement is a fun take on old school photo booth strips. It’s so perfect if you have a bunch of different photos you want to use and can’t decide between them.
This announcement looks so modern thanks to its neutral tones and large serif font, too. It’s sure to stand out from the rest.
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Mastered It! Announcement
This is such a cute and funny announcement for anyone getting their Masters in 2023.
I love the landscape orientation too. I find most graduation announcements are printed vertically, so this one will stand out.
! Announcement
This is such a cute option if you want something that’s upbeat and funny to announce your graduation.
It says it all with a cute exclamation point graphic and can be customized in six different colors.
“The Tassel Was Worth the Hassle” Announcement
Bring a bit of humor to your announcement with this cute card that reads, “the tassel was worth the hassle.” Anyone who has attended school can relate!
Keep Calm and Graduate Announcement
If you don’t want to include a photo on your graduation announcement, here is a super cute option that’s still festive and fun.
This “keep calm and graduate” announcement has space for your name and school, plus information on your ceremony if it’s going to be in person this year.
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Shiny Foil Announcement
Here’s another super cute graduation announcement for 2023 that features a center spot for your photo.
This one has a glam feel that lends itself perfectly to a beautiful portrait of you. Also, you can customize this with three different foil choices to get the vibe you’re looking for.
Simple & Classic Announcement
This one is so classic and sophisticated, perfect if you’re graduating from a field like Business or Medicine.
It simply lists your name and year, plus any graduation party info you want to include, and is great for pairing with a classy headshot photo as seen above.
Graphic Design Announcement
Calling all art or graphic design majors! This announcement features multicolored flat graphics and an art deco-style overlay, so it’s a perfect fit for anyone in an artistic field.
The best part is, you can pair this with a vertical headshot to really showcase your personality — choose your cutest outfit to match.
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Rustic Feel Announcement
This announcement gives me all the cozy Southern vibes but is still totally classic as well. The neutral color scheme will go well with any photo, too!
“The Best is Yet to Come” Announcement
Especially true this year, the phrase “the best is yet to come” is a fitting one for graduating in 2023. While graduation can be bittersweet, this announcement looks ahead to all the good things that are still set to arrive.
Plus, it’s nice and neutral so it will definitely go with your photos.
Multi Photo Announcement
This announcement is a little different from all the others in that it features only horizontal photos. It’s definitely a perfect choice if you want to show off a few angles of your cute graduation dress in your announcement!
DIY Ideas
DIY Simple Photo Announcements
You definitely don’t have to spend a lot of money to send out a beautiful graduation announcement!
This tutorial shows you how to make your own graduation announcements and even has a section showing you how to make your own thank you cards. So cute!
Make a Graduation Announcement in Photoshop
If you have access to Photoshop, you can make this super cool graduation announcement at home using a template. Check out the tutorial so see exactly how it’s done.
What do you think of our graduation announcements idea roundup?
For more graduation ideas, be sure to see our guide to Our 25 Favorite Graduation Party Food Ideas Your Guests Will Love and 12 Celebratory Cake Ideas for Your Graduation.
Which graduation announcement was your favorite? Are you going to be sending graduation announcements this year? Let us know by leaving a comment down below.