Graduating is hard work, and, if I’m being honest, so is writing perfect commencement Instagram captions. I mean, how do you put those amazing memories into words? It’s hard to sum up the time spent meeting lifelong friends, turning 21, crying over textbooks, venturing on amazing spring break trips, and more into a sentence or two. I remember drafting my Instagram caption ahead of my graduation and then when the big day came, I went with the simple, “We did it!” And honestly, there’s nothing wrong with that. After all, we just went through weeks of finals, it’s more than fine to give your brain a rest.
If you are looking for a goofy or cute caption that truly fits your personality and college experience, we’ve got you covered. From clever to simple and funny to heartfelt, here are 16 Instagram captions perfect for your graduation post. Â
For the BookTok-Obsessed Grad…
“‘Home is behind, the world ahead, and there are many paths to tread…” – J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring
“If you don’t imagine, nothing ever happens at all.” – John Green, Paper Towns
“You’re off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so… get on your way!” – Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
For the entertainment buff…
“Well, I am not usually one for speeches, so goodbye.” – Ron Swanson in Parks and Recreation
“I have no idea what’s going on, but I am excited.” – Chandler Bing in Friends
“I never look back, darling. It distracts me from the now.” – Edna Mode in The Incredibles
“What, like it’s hard?” – Elle Woods in Legally Blonde
For the music lover…
“I know I’m a queen but I don’t need no crown.” – Lizzo on “Soulmate”
“Today is where your book begins. The rest is still unwritten.” – Natasha Bedingfield​ on “Unwritten”
“Hey Look Ma, I Made It” – Panic! At The Disco
“Ain’t about how fast I get there. Ain’t about what’s waiting on the other side. It’s the climb.” – Miley Cyrus on “The Climb”
“You’re really gonna be someone. Ask anyone.” – Taylor Swift on “Stay Beautiful”
“We don’t know where we’re going but we know where we belong.” – Harry Styles on “Sweet Creature”
For the punny queen…
The tassel was worth the hassle.
I hope this B.S. pays off!
One degree hotter.
Congrats grad, you really did it! Whether you’re on your way to another university to get two degrees hotter or are ready to step into your first adult job, the world is now your oyster. Good luck in all that’s to come.