This post is all about the best ocean graduation cap ideas.
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Going with an ocean graduation cap is the best way to go (not bias at all). You have spent countless hours working for your diploma, so it is now time to hit the beach.
So, what better way to kick off your graduation than incorporating an ocean theme for your graduation cap.
You are going to discover so many beach grad cap ideas from funny shrimp graduation caps, nemo themed grad caps, sea themed graduation caps, Mamma Mia graduation caps, and more!
This post is all about the best ocean graduation cap ideas.
Ocean Graduation Cap Ideas
1. Finding Nemo Themed Cap
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This couldn't be more true! To survive school, you just have to keep swimming.
Such a cute and clever way to sum up the last four years.
2. Mamma Mia Themed Cap
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I am a sucker for Mamma Mia and everything about the musical gives off summer vibes, so in my books it is partially ocean themed.
This is such a cute cap idea that is fitting for high school graduates who are about to enter college, "Here I go agian!"
3. Inspirational Beach Cap
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Putting an ocean inspired quote on your grad cap is such a great idea.
It is so true and perfect for anyone who loves the beach life.
4. Surfer Graduation Cap
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If you are a surfer, then this ocean cap idea makes so much sense. You are onto the next wave of life and this is a great way to depict it.
5. Under The Sea Graduation Cap
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If school was a struggle for you, then I bet you can relate to this "seas get degrees"!
This is such a fun and clever grad cap that would be perfect for someone going into the marine biology field.
6. Funny Dory Graduation Cap
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So. Freaking. Adorable.
If you want a funny graduation cap idea, then this baby Dory cap idea is the way to go.
7. "Sea Ya Later Beaches" Graduation Cap
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If you want to (and allowed to) be a bit rebellious with your wording, then this is such a funny cap idea!
You are ready to get out of there are start your beach day. Plus, how cute are these tiny pineapples?!
8. Sea Turtle Graduation Cap
If you are into painting, then this is such a great design for your grad cap.
There couldn't be a more true statement than "There's still so much to see". Or, if you don't want to paint it, you could always use a turtle sticker and letters.
9. "I'm Out This Beach" Graduation Cap
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This is a clever beach graduation cap idea that will be sure to make people laugh.
Also, it is easy to recreate with two halves of construction paper to resemble the beach and a few shell stickers.
10. Moana Themed Graduation Cap
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Going with a Moana themed grad cap is such a good idea! It is so fitting for the occasion and can be made to look super tropical.
For the green "grass" I recommend just cutting small strips of green construction paper.
11. Add Your University With Beachy Patterns
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If you want to go with a more simplistic graduation cap design, then you can simply incorporate the beach theme through patterns like the waves, pineapples, and bubbles (gems).
Lastly add your school letters to tie it all together!
12. "See Ya Later Dudes" Graduation Cap
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If you love Finding Nemo, then you are going to obsess over this grad cap idea.
Such an adorable way to say peace out to your classmates!
13. Minimalistic Turtle Design
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The minimalistic design of this cap is so cute. You could make any outline with these gemstones from a turtle, dolphin, seashell, starfish, etc.
This design idea is especially good for solid white graduation caps.
14. Stitch Graduation Cap
If you are up for the challenge, then this STUNNING painted cap is such a good idea. It is so detailed and has such a great message!
Not to mention the Lilo & Stitch theme which is so fitting for any beach lover.
15. Lobster Graduation Cap
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The tiny lobster on this grad cap is the first thing that caught my eye. It is so unique and perfect for an ocean theme design.
You are moving onto the next chapter of life and "let's make waves" is a perfect message to leave graduation with!
16. Spongebob Themed Cap
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This SpongeBob cap idea is too funny! You can easily recreate this by printing out a picture of this scene and adding the bikini bottom flower to the edge.
You can also make your own flowers if you want them to look more like the example photo.
17. "Life's A Beach I'm Just Playing In The Sand" Grad Cap
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This is another clever beach/life message that is perfect for a graduate. You can paint the cap like the example photo, or if you are more lazy like me then you could cut out different colored construction paper to resemble the sand and water!
18. Pineapple Graduation Cap
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I am a sucker for pineapples, so this tropical graduation cap idea is one of my absolute favorites. Plus, it is a fairly easy design to recreate, which is a huge plus in my books.
19. Beach Graduation Cap
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Simple, beachy, and motivational. . . what more could you ask for?
This is a fairly simple design that can be done with few different colors of construction paper. Also, you can always print out a picture of a beach chair to go next to your umbrella.
20. Mermaid Inspired Graduation Cap
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Embrace your inner mermaid with this cap idea. It is super cute and unique with the fishnet detail.
Plus, the message goes hand in hand with the design.
21. The Little Mermaid Graduation Cap
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Little Mermaid is a great ocean themed cap idea. Once you have the base of your cap decorated, then I recommend printing out your own picture of Arial to go in the center.
22. Sting Ray Graduation Cap
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Perfect for anyone going into marine biology!
You could choose to paint your own sting ray or use a stencil to get a perfect sting ray outline.
23. Funny Shrimp Graduation Cap
This cap makes me laugh every. single. time.
If you are wanting to go with a goofy ocean inspired grad cap, then I guarantee you will get so many laughs from this design!
24. Shark Themed Graduation Cap
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Shark lovers this one is for you!
You have finally survived school and made it to graduation. So, find your favorite shark and make it the center of your cap.
25. Save The Coral Reefs Graduation Cap
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This graduation cap is just flat out BEAUTIFUL. It has so much sparkle to it, which makes it really stand out.
Plus, since you are obviously an ocean lover, you can 100% stand behind the message of "Save Our Coral Reefs".
26. Onto Larger Reefs Graduation Cap
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This simple DIY grad cap can be done with some basic construction paper and letters. You could also just print out a Nemo image or choose to use a sticker.
27. Funny Shark With Legs Graduation Cap
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I think a lot of graduates can relate to the feeling of being lost, so this is a super funny way to embrace the unknown.
You can print out your own shark with legs by just searching "shark with legs".
28. Sailing Graduation Cap
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Such a cute nautical themed graduation cap that can be easily recreated!
This would be such a great idea for anyone going into the Navy.
29. Fish Graduation Cap
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You can't go wrong when sticking to a fish theme! This O-Fish-Al cap design is super clever and can be dressed up in your own way from gems, fish stickers, a shoutout, etc.
30. Anchor Design Cap
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Using a fabric for your cap design is a super easy and creative way to quickly add character to it. I love the anchor design of this cap with the small seashells framing the outside.
If you have a local fabric store, then you could always go browse all kinds of different patterns and do this with any fabric of your choice.
31. Mermaid Tail Grad Cap
Sticking to a pattern is one of the easiest ways to decorate your graduation cap.
And, if you are looking for a sea themed cap, then going with a mermaid tail pattern is so fitting. You can use fabric or construction paper for this.
32. Shell Yeah Cap
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SHELL YEAH! If you aren't going to get in trouble for this "shell yeah" cap idea, then I would go for it. It is a goofy way to have a beachy cap design and celebrate your graduation.
33. Moana Inspired Grad Cap
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Another adorable Moana inspired graduation cap that is fairly easy to recreate.
The key to making it pop is adding the Hawaiian hibiscus flowers!
34. Here Comes The Sun Grad Cap
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While this may not be directly ocean related, it is still correlated because you can't have a beach day without the sun! Simply paint the sun rays on the cap and add your lettering.
Graduation is all about the next step and "Here Comes The Sun" is such a cute and clever way to welcome it!
35. Anchor Grad Cap
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This is another super fitting grad cap design for anyone heading into the Navy or anything to do with boat life!
I love the message on this cap and it is fairly easy to recreate with some construction paper, rhinestones, and an anchor sticker.
36. Surfer Girl Grad Cap
This one is for my surfer girls! There are so many ways to go about this design from using stickers, stencils, or even painting it on.
Time to catch your next wave after graduation.
37. Whale Graduation Cap
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This whale themed graduation cap is an easy design idea that can be done using a whale stencil and some lettering.
Another great cap idea for anyone graduating with a marine biology degree or heading into the marine field!
38. Lilo & Stitch Themed Grad Cap
If you want to buy a cap topper that is already done for you, then this Lilo & Stitch themed cap topper is a great idea. It is funny and has that perfect touch of tropical vibes to it.
39. Mamma Mia Quote
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And, to circle back to one of the best movies of all time. . . we will end with one last Mamma Mia inspired graduation cap idea.
This statement couldn't be more true, not to mention that the whimsical look of this cap is so so good!
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