University of Hard Knocks Funny College Prop Certificate. A novelty college prop for the graduate of the school of life. Pick the title lettering (Engravers Old English or Wedding Shadow), type the name, your own degree or award line (for example Master of Street Smarts, Doctor of Dad Jokes or Bachelor of Hustle), an optional honors line and wording, the date and two signatures, then pick the University of Hard Knocks seal in gold, navy or red, or a state seal. Watch the live preview as you type.

• One design, your words: the degree or award line is free text, so it fits any joke, retirement, birthday or office award.
• Seal: the University of Hard Knocks seal in gold, navy or red, or a state seal in gold, black or color ink (a hand-applied metallic foil state seal is available on printed copies, +$25).
• Digital only, $30: a high-resolution, print-ready PDF (11 x 8.5 in, landscape) you download after checkout.
• Digital + Printed, $50: the same PDF plus a printed copy on premium paper, shipped to you.

The first two images show the two title lettering choices. The other sample images show example themes (Bullshit, Sales and Cannabis) made with the same template. Your copy shows exactly what you type.

Frequently asked questions

Can I write my own degree?

Yes. The degree or award line is free text, up to 90 characters, with an optional honors line under it.

Which seals can I choose?

The University of Hard Knocks seal in gold, navy or red, or any state seal in gold, black or color ink.

Can I change the title lettering?

Yes. Choose Engravers Old English (classic) or Wedding Shadow (more ornate) for University of Hard Knocks. The preview and the PDF use the one you pick.

What do I get?

Digital only ($30) is a high-resolution, print-ready PDF. Digital + Printed ($50) adds a printed copy on premium paper, shipped to you.

Can I print it at home?

Yes. Print the PDF at Actual size (100%) on US Letter paper in landscape.