The Grad Student Shirt is for the school year — an original hand-drawn rat tee, printed in the vintage ink and watercolor style the whole shop is drawn in.
Who the Grad Student Shirt is for
This one is aimed squarely at the classroom, the dorm and the library. It sits in the School part of the collection, alongside the other designs about the school year.
Wearing and using it
The cut is unisex and true to size — it works as an everyday tee rather than something saved for occasions. Sizes run XS–5XL.
As a gift
It gifts well for the same reason it sells well — it's narrow enough to feel personal. Anyone who recognizes the school year in themselves will wear it out.
From the listing
Made for graduate students, researchers, PhD candidates, and anyone surviving piles of books, this grad student shirt features a scruffy rat buried in research notes. A vintage storybook graphic tee and memorable academic gift for thesis season.
Standing between towering stacks of books, scattered papers, and an open research volume, the chaotic grey rat looks like the academic plan has gone slightly wrong. Its oversized ears, exhausted eyes, messy fur, and “I Accidentally Ate the Research” tag capture the confusion, pressure, and dark humor of student life.
A memorable gift for graduate students, PhD candidates, researchers, librarians, professors, academics, book lovers, and anyone working through a dissertation or thesis. It works well as a graduation gift, thesis defense present, research lab gift, back-to-school shirt, birthday surprise, or study session outfit.
Premium Unisex Crewneck T-shirt | Bella + Canvas 3001
Fabrication: Made from 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton.
Features a side-seamed, unisex tailored fit enhancing body contour and comfort.
Available in black and white, from XS to 5XL.
This t-shirt is renowned for its soft feel and sturdy construction, ideal for DTG printing. Designed specifically with DTG printing in mind, ensuring a clean, vibrant print.
Available in an extensive color range, providing versatile options for personalization .
Produced with eco-friendly processes and materials.
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FAQ
Who is the Grad Student Shirt for?
It's made for students mid-semester and the teachers holding it together. The humor is self-directed rather than aimed at anyone, which is why it works both as something you buy for yourself and as a gift.
What sizes does the Grad Student Shirt come in?
Sizes XS–5XL. Every design in the collection runs the full range rather than stopping at XL, so there's no separate plus-size selection to hunt through.
What is it made from?
A premium unisex tee in Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, DTG printed so the artwork sits in the fabric rather than on top of it. Available in black or white.
How much is the Grad Student Shirt?
From £17.50, depending on size. It's printed to order, and shipping is calculated at checkout based on your delivery address.
Is the artwork original?
Yes — every character starts as a hand-drawn sketch by ArtDesignByNora, in a vintage ink and watercolor style. Nothing in the shop uses templates, stock graphics or clip art.
