In 1934 the University of Edinburgh recognised graduates of the College, which allowed them to gain admittance to various graduate programmes in Edinburgh.

The Martin Hall Cornerstone Award, established in 2003, recognizes graduates that are active in volunteering for the alumni association.

The Legion of Honor, established in 1984, recognizes graduates who distinguished themselves in their careers and others who have supported the school in some way.

In 1996, Naperville Central put together an alumni committee to recognize outstanding graduates of NCHS and offer effective role models for students.

Mount Vernon High was among the first in the county to start recognizing graduates who made good.

The Century Club was established during Duquesne's 100th anniversary in 1978 to recognize graduates with exemplary records of professional achievement and service to the University and community.

The theme has been spread to other sports and university functions, including graduations, where it is played to recognise graduates.

The tradition of recognizing 50-year graduates as members of the "Old Guard" began in 1930, and became organized as an official alumni group in the 1950s.

This wall is designed to recognize graduates from the first graduation class (2004) to the present.

The Medical Board of Australia will recognise graduates of this award from the end of 2014.