While most students are hoping for cash and cars, realistically there are other gifts that they will need. Most schools do not allow freshman students to have cars on campus so save your dollars and have them save theirs too. The cash gifts can be a good way really teaching the importance of saving and the difference between want and needs. However, buying gifts that will really come in handy during their first year in college is best. See which gifts are a better option for your high school graduate here. –louvonia mcclain
