Custom Graduation Medals

Personalized Graduation Medals for Schools and Universities

Graduation medals are a lasting way to recognize academic achievement. Whether for kindergarten ceremonies, high school graduations, college commencements, or university honor programs, a custom medal gives students a tangible reminder of their hard work and success.

Sino Awards manufactures custom graduation medals for schools, universities, and event organizers worldwide. We offer factory-direct pricing, free design support, and flexible options for ribbons, packaging, and personalization.

Popular Graduation Medal Designs

  • Classic round medals: Timeless design with school logo, year, and motto
  • Academic shield medals: Shield-shaped medals for honor society and academic awards
  • Star and torch medals: Symbolizing achievement, knowledge, and future success
  • Book and scroll medals: Perfect for literacy, scholarship, and valedictorian awards
  • 3D sculpted medals: Detailed designs with school mascots, buildings, or emblems
  • Insert medals: Medals with interchangeable center inserts for different award levels

Common Graduation Medal Sizes

The most common graduation medal size is 60 mm in diameter. Smaller 50 mm medals work well for younger students and large group ceremonies. Larger 70 mm medals are often used for top honors, valedictorian awards, and commemorative presentations. Thickness typically ranges from 2.5 mm to 4 mm depending on the desired weight and feel.

Finishes and Personalization

Graduation medals are available in gold, silver, bronze, antique gold, antique silver, and antique bronze finishes. Add color with soft enamel or hard enamel to match school colors. Personalization options include engraved names, graduation years, class rank, honor society designations, and custom ribbons printed with the school name and colors.

Packaging Options

Complete the award with custom packaging. Popular choices include individual poly bags, velvet pouches, acrylic stands, presentation boxes, and custom backing cards. Bulk orders can be packed by classroom, grade, or award level for easy distribution at graduation ceremonies.

Why Order Graduation Medals from Sino Awards

  • Factory-direct pricing with no middleman markup
  • Free digital proofs and unlimited revisions
  • Low minimum orders starting at 50 pieces
  • Custom ribbons and packaging included in quotes
  • Fast 10-15 day production with rush options
  • Global shipping to schools and event venues

Related Academic Awards

Graduation medals pair well with custom lapel pins for honor society members, commemorative coins for graduating classes, and crystal trophies for top academic awards. Visit our custom medals page for more award options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What size are graduation medals?

Graduation medals typically range from 50 mm to 70 mm in diameter. A 60 mm medal is the most popular choice because it is large enough to display school logos, graduate names, and ceremony dates clearly.

What should be engraved on a graduation medal?

Graduation medals usually include the school or university name, graduation year, student name or honor level, school motto or logo, and the degree or program name. Some also include class rank or honor society recognition.

Can graduation medals be ordered in gold, silver, and bronze?

Yes, graduation medals are commonly produced in gold, silver, and bronze finishes to represent different achievement levels. Antique finishes are especially popular for a classic, commemorative look.

How long does it take to make custom graduation medals?

Standard production takes 10-15 working days after artwork approval. Rush production and express shipping are available for tight graduation ceremony deadlines.