Free Templates: Graduation Announcements to Celebrate with Style

Every new grad deserves to celebrate. After all, they put in years of hard work to get that diploma in their hand. And it’s almost time to send a graduation announcement inviting friends and family to your commencement ceremony and graduation party. Find a fun graduation invitation template you can customize with graduation quotes, your academic information, and more. Include all your party details, or brag about your next steps by adding what college you will be attending.  

Announcement cards can double as grad party invites. Then, order GotPrint’s 5.25 x 7.25 envelopes to ensure your custom postcards are protected.  

Need graduation announcement wording ideas or are you stumped on graduation ideas? Scroll to the end to find a funny and insightful graduation quote.  

Announcing the Grad 

This customizable postcard reads “Hats off to the grad”—the perfect way to tells friends and family that you or your child made it to the finish line. Add the graduate’s name and the date of their commencement ceremony on the front. On the back, a cartoon graduate, yellow stars, and a cartoon degree surround a space where you can include “class of” information. 

Cheers to the Grad 

Toast to new beginnings with this stylish postcard. The cream front has three clinking champagne glasses, while the other side is deep brown with a grad hat logo. Use it for high school graduations or college graduations; either way, there’s plenty of space to customize text and brag about your senior. 

Burgundy Announcement 

Your grad photo is the star of this photo graduation announcement. This postcard template is ideal for college graduates, as there is space to include your university and area of study. On the front, a deep burgundy background allows white and yellow text to pop. Print this design on a gloss paper to make colors in your photo extra vibrant. 

Graduation Cap 

This grad card has a sophisticated design, and your custom text is inside a border of stars and polka dots. Bright yellow and white text pops against the black background. The back is a pastel green with a grad cap design that says “let’s celebrate!” 

Blue Hue Commencement 

This template is ideal for colleges, universities, and high schools sending invitations to students’ family members and friends. This professional design features dark blue design elements, including a blue color block and book logo. Include your institution name, address, and RSVP website. 

Golden Graduate 

This eye-catching postcard has a dark blue background with pops of gold. The front has your graduate’s name and a message of congratulations. The top edge has bright gold dots, mirroring shiny lights. On the back, your party details, like the address, start time, and RSVP are next to more elegant dots. 

Hat and Degree 

This pastel postcard features a cartoon graduation hat and degree. Underneath the artwork, invite people to your personal graduation party. The back has cute pastel polka dots and an announcement of your graduating class 

Grad Cap Toss 

You’ve graduated, and you want to celebrate. This graduation party invite lets everyone know the party is at your place. Along the bottom, cartoon hands are thrown in the air. Along the top, tossed mortarboards float in the air. The flip side is bright orange with the same design of students throwing grad caps.  

Photo Commencement 

Get the most out of your grad photos and include one on this photo postcard. A multicolored banner sits above your graduation year and ceremony information. The black background with gold and white accents let your photo stand out. On the back, include what college you will be attending and your field of study.  

Graduation Hat and Fireworks 

The future is bright, and so is this postcard template. A modern firework design pairs with a mortarboard logo, while neutral colors make your information stand out. Be sure to add any post-grad plans, like university or jobs. 


You’re all set with your custom graduation announcements, but you’re not done bragging about your graduate. Order custom graduation yard signs, so all your neighbors know that you’re a proud parent. As for your grad cards, most people order 5 x 7 postcards with a glossy finish, but we always recommend you order a Free Sample Kit so you can be sure your order is exactly what you want. 


Wondering what to use as a senior quote, or what to put on graduation cards? Here are some fun quotes, ranging from serious to silly.  

“There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind.” —C.S. Lewis 

“Work so hard that you never have to introduce yourself.” — Gigi Hadid 

“Life is my college. May I graduate well, and earn some honors!” —Louisa May Alcott 

“Don’t allow people to dim your shine because they are blinded. Tell them to put on sunglasses.” — Lady Gaga 

“All of our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” — Walt Disney 

“The horizon leans forward, offering you space to place new steps of change.” — Maya Angelou 

“Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead.” — Nora Ephron 

“If you don’t like the road you’re walking, start paving another one.” — Dolly Parton 

“We’re only here for so long. Be happy, man. You could get hit by a truck tomorrow.” —Timothée Chalamet

“Stay hungry. Stay foolish.” — Steven Jobs 

“You can never be overdressed or overeducated.” — Oscar Wilde 

“Let us make our future now, and let us make our dreams tomorrow’s reality.” — Malala Yousafzai