Prom and College Send Off Invitation Templates
Send off parties have become a big moment for high school seniors, and the invitation is part of the fun. Our send off invitation templates are designed as magazine covers, with room for your own photos and a QR code, so the invitation looks like your teen is the cover star. Choose from prom send off and college send off designs, all editable in Canva and sized for US Letter.
The download is instant after purchase, and a free Canva account is enough. Nothing is shipped: you print the invitations or share them digitally.
Five magazine cover designs
- Prom Send Off Magazine Cover: an editorial layout for the night of prom
- Send Off Party Prom Edition Magazine Cover: a luxe "special edition" take on the prom theme
- Prom Send Off Photo Collage: several photos arranged together for a fun, personal look
- College Send Off Magazine Cover: celebrates the move to college with a modern cover style
- Going Away / College Send Off Magazine Cover: works for college, a gap year or a move away from home
Choosing and editing your photos
The magazine cover style depends on strong photos. Pick a clear portrait for the main image, ideally with some space above the head for the masthead text. Upload your photos in Canva and drag them into the frames; they crop to fit automatically. For the collage design, mix close-ups with full-length outfit shots. Bright, well-lit photos print best, and you can adjust brightness and contrast inside Canva.
Using the QR code
The designs include a QR code, which makes the invitation interactive. In Canva you can create your own code that links to an RSVP form, a map to the venue, a shared photo album, or a group chat for parents. Test the code with your phone after you print a sample, and make sure it stays large enough to scan easily.
Send Off and Prom invitations questions
What is a prom send off party?
It is a gathering before prom where family and friends take photos, see the outfits and send the group off for the night. Many families host it at home or in a park.
What should a send off invitation include?
Include the guest of honor's name, the date, the start time, the address, and when the group leaves for prom or college. Add an RSVP contact or use the QR code for responses.
When should I send prom send off invitations?
Two to three weeks ahead is usually enough, since guests are often close friends and family. For a college send off, three to four weeks gives relatives more time to plan.
Can I send the invitation by text?
Yes. Export the finished cover as a JPG or PDF from Canva and send it by text or messaging app. The magazine look works well on a phone screen.
How should I print the magazine cover?
Export a print-quality PDF and print on 250 to 300 gsm cardstock; a satin or glossy finish suits the magazine style. See our printing guide for settings.
Do you have other invitations?
Yes. Browse all our editable invitation templates for birthdays, brunches, tea parties and more.