Graduation Freebies for Graduates in 2026

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Attention, Class of 2026 — once you’ve done the work, get ready to enjoy the spoils! Celebrate your academic accomplishments with our list of graduation freebies for high school or college graduates.

A bunch of restaurants and retailers will be offering free and cheap stuff for you, making those soon-to-be-due student loans sting just a little less. Here are the best of the best graduation freebies and deals we've confirmed and those you can expect as a 2026 graduate.

Check back often, because we'll continue to update this post with the latest offerings throughout the graduation season!

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Graduation Freebies for the Class of 2026

Confirmed

Amazon: Amazon offers Prime-exclusive deals, free delivery, and more with a free 6-month trial of Amazon Prime Student ($7.49 after trial period).
Canva: Customize and print graduation announcement templates with Canva. All you have to do is sign up for a free account.
Microsoft: Students use Office 365 for free. The software includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneDrive.

Predicted

Buca di Beppo: We predict Buca di Beppo will give every grad in your party a free cannoli when you reserve your graduation party this year. Offer is valid for dine-in only.
Insomnia Cookies: Insomnia Cookies will likely celebrate graduates (high school, college, or grad school) with BOGO free Classic cookies this year if you wear your cap and gown when you visit your local Insomnia Cookies.
Magnolia Bakery: This year, watch for Magnolia Bakery to offer a free cupcake to recent graduates (of any age) when you show up with your diploma or graduation gear.
Potbelly: Potbelly to have a free delivery deal on catering orders of $150 or more when you use a promo code during checkout online.
TGI Fridays: Graduates can anticipate a free appetizer or dessert when you visit TGI Fridays and order an entree. You must show your student ID.

Free Professional Memberships

Students can apply for a membership to several professional organizations for great networking opportunities, mentors, and more education about your field. Here are some that welcome student members for free.

National Society of Professional Engineers: Full-time students can take advantage of a free student membership in the National Society of Professional Engineers. Your membership is free as long as you're in school.
American Planning Association: You can apply for membership to the American Planning Association as a student and your membership will be free until you complete your studies.
American Society of Civil Engineers: Once you become a student member of the American Society of Civil Engineers you can apply for internships, fellowships, match up with a mentor and more for free.
Society of Petroleum Engineers: Get your first year of membership in the Society of Petroleum Engineers for free.
The American Institute of Architects: Recent graduates can join the American Institute of Architects for free.

Graduation Discounts

Edible Arrangements: Edible Arrangements has promotions available during graduation season, including discounts on select graduation arrangements.
Ford: To receive $750 (on a car purchase) with the Ford College Recognition program, you must be a college or trade student or a graduate (within the last two years), or an incoming freshman.
Nissan: Recent college graduates can get $500 cash back on top of current offers on a new Nissan, thanks to Nissan’s College Grad Program. You have to prove eligibility.
Toyota: As a recent graduate, you can apply for the $500 Toyota College Rebate on a new car. Eligibility requirements include proof of graduation within the last two years or next six months and ID.me verification.

Student Discounts

If you're a recent high school graduate, many retailers offer discounts specifically for college students. Here are just a few (although we’ve got a MUCH LARGER list of discounts for college students ).

Apple: Enjoy exclusive student deals through Apple Education Pricing.
ASOS: Get 10% off (until you graduate) when you register for an ASOS account and verify your student status.
H&M: You must be an H&M member and verify your eligibility with Student Beans to score the 10% student discount at H&M.
Hulu: Stream Hulu (with ads) for $1.99 per month as long as you're a college student.
J.Crew: Save 15% on your entire J.Crew purchase in-store with a valid student ID. Once verified, you can use the discount up to four times per month.
Madewell: Madewell Insiders can score a 15% discount when you verify your student status. The discount is valid for one calendar year. After that, you need to re-verify.
Modcloth: Get a 25% discount at Modcloth when you register and verify your student status with UNiDAYS.