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Your Fave College Student Will Build The Dorm Of Their Dreams With These Gifts
College students are always in need of something, whether it’s supplies, a new appliance, or a gadget that will make their life easier. That’s why they can be so easy to please, but so hard to shop for because of all the endless options.
For that reason, it's important to always get a head start on gift-shopping for the college student in your life—whether it's back-to-school season, the hectic holidays, or you're just searching for a birthday gift they'll actually love and use.
Oftentimes, college is a student's first time away from home, so they're truly living a life of self-accountability (unless they're a graduate student). That means basic necessities like dorm-compliant appliances and bedding can really help out. It’s also important to keep in mind that not all of their time is spent studying. A social life is a major component of the college experience, so anything that increases their social capital makes for a great gift.
So stop procrastinating like a college student and browse this list of the best gifts any college student will love. There is something for everyone.
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1) Mini Coffee Maker
Keurig
amazon.com
$116.37
Look, those campus coffee shops are overpriced and a college student’s budget is usually minimal. Help them out by gifting them a mini Keurig coffee maker. It's compact, so it’s perfect for dorm or apartment living. It even comes with a set of coffee pods for instant use.
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2) Fit Pro Wireless Headphones
Beats
amazon.com
$179.95
Reliable headphones are a must-have. They’re great for studying in the library, going to the gym, and for drowning out the snores of their loud roommate.
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3) Pop Quiz Backpack
Herschel
amazon.com
$74.95
This one is pretty self-explanatory. Lugging around textbooks and a laptop all day can be tiresome, but this compact backpack is the go-to for many college students.
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4) Electric Non-Stick Pan
DEZIN
amazon.com
$36.99
Unfortunately, most dorm rooms don’t have a full kitchen, which is a bummer for the college student who loves to cook. If they don’t want to eat dining hall food every day, get them this electric pan.
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5) Hatch Alarm Clock
Hatch
amazon.com
$129.99
There is nothing a roommate hates more than someone who snoozes the alarm eight times every morning. If your college student is a perpetual snoozer, get them a Hatch alarm. The technology gradually wakes them up with light instead of sound. It can help switch up their routine and their roommate will thank you.
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6) Black Luxe Legging
Girlfriend Collective
girlfriend.com
$59.80
Any college student who says they’re going to dress nice for their classes will ditch that the second they wake up 15 minutes before their class starts. Girlfriend Collective’s luxe leggings are perfect for staying stylish and comfy during long lectures.
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8) Luxurious Sheet Set
Pampered By Porsha
amazon.com
$45.00
Those dorm beds are less than comfortable, but that doesn’t mean they have to sacrifice their sleep. Get the college student in your life this luxury sheet set with an 1800 thread count. They will def thank you.
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9) 100 Essential Movies Scratch-Off Poster
Pop Chart Lab
amazon.com
$15.99
College is all about exploration—and that includes discovering the best art the world has to offer. If your person has an obsession for watching all of the latest flicks, get them this scratch-off of essential movies bucket list. When it’s complete, it makes for great wall decor.
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10) Unisex Mini Belt Bag with Adjustable Strap
ODODOS
amazon.com
$18.98
There are so many college events to attend that carrying around a backpack or bag can get annoying real fast. For the socialite, get them this dupe for Lululemon's Everywhere Belt bag (if they don’t already have one) to hold their essentials while they mingle.
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11) Mini Skincare Kit
Glossier
glossier.com
$35.00
College students don’t have all of the room in the world to put their things. So, if their skincare routine is extensive, get them Glossier’s mini skincare kit. They won’t have to sacrifice good product to save space.
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12) Dumbbell Set
Signature Fitness
amazon.com
$39.61
The college gym can be intimidating. If your college student prefers to work out without a lot of prying eyes, give them a compact dumbbell set that they can keep in their dorm or apartment.
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13) Waffle Robe
Brooklinen
brooklinen.com
$99.00
Brooklinen makes the best robes. With communal showers, every college student needs one to get to and from their dorm or apartment. Brooklinen’s waffle robe is so comfy, they won’t want to take it off.
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14) Academic Planner
Papier
papier.com
$32.00
Time management is an essential skill in college. The Papier academic planner will help anyone get on track and stay on track. It’s especially great for incoming freshmen who are anxious about the amount of work and self-accountability.
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15) Pop Art Print
ItayMagenArt
etsy.com
$63.00
Decorations are great conversation starters when showing your dorm or apartment to a new person. Beyond that, though, they have the power to make your home away from home more cozy. Give them a cool print like this to elevate their space.
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16) Bamboo Charging Station Dock
NEXGADGET
amazon.com
$23.59
Chances are they have a ton of devices they need to keep charged: laptops, headphones, phone, tablets, and so on. That’s a lot of wires going everywhere. Help them stay organized with a compact charging station so they don’t lose their headphone case every 15 minutes.
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17) Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
JBL
amazon.com
$99.95
College isn’t all about studying. This waterproof speaker has 12 hours of playtime, so it’s a great gift to the student who wants to throw parties with their friends.
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18) Air Fryer
COSORI
amazon.com
$84.99
Let’s be real: Everyone needs an air fryer. And in case you didn’t know, most air fryers comply with dorm appliance rules, so there is no excuse not to get one. An air fryer makes cooking easy. It’s essentially like having an oven in a dorm room. What’s better than that?
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19) Temperature Control Smart Mug
Ember
amazon.com
$143.50
An Ember mug is a great gift for the college student whose so deep in studying that their coffee often goes cold. The smart mug technology keeps the coffee at the person’s preferred temperature while they hit the books.
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20) Wireless Turntable
House of Marley
amazon.com
$229.99
If vinyl is their preferred music medium of choice, this wireless turntable will be well received. It has a modern look that will make it the centerpiece of any room.
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21) Vanity Mirror
WEILY
amazon.com
$25.99
Yeah, that dorm room lighting just doesn’t cut it. This vanity mirror will make getting ready for a night out easy, and selfies even better.
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22) Desk Lamp with Pen Holder
XHAIZ
amazon.com
$16.89
Desk lamps can be boring. That’s why this cactus desk lamp with a pen holder will add a touch of quirkiness to any college student’s desk.
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24) Hair Tool Organizer
HIIMIEI
amazon.com
$28.99
You can never go wrong with unique storage gifts. This hair tool organizer provides salon chicness while also being a super useful space-saver.
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25) Countertop Dishwasher
COMFEE
amazon.com
$333.46
For the dorm room dweller, going back and forth to the bathroom to wash dishes can be a nightmare. This compact dishwasher solves that issue and will fit anywhere in the person’s room.
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26) Amazon Fire TV
INSIGNIA
amazon.com
$229.99
Sometimes R&R involves binging every episode of Grey’s Anatomy or hosting a weekly Bachelor viewing party. A Fire TV is great for study breaks and hanging out with friends.
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27) Women + Patterns + Plants: A Self-Care Coloring Book
By Sarina Mantle
amazon.com
$13.69
College has its stressful moments, which makes self-care a priority. This coloring book is the perfect gift for someone who’s had a rough semester and needs to take time for themselves—even if it’s a 15-minute break from studying.
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28) Storage Ottoman
YOUDENOVA
amazon.com
$27.99
Oftentimes college students need items that have dual purposes. This ottoman is a perfect example. It can house books, or any other random items, while also doubling as a place for friends to sit.
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29) Lap Desk
LapGear
amazon.com
$39.99
Working on an essay from bed can be the break a student’s body needs, but having a hot laptop rest on you is not the most comfortable. This lap desk makes working from the comfort of your bed doable.
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30) Mini Instant Camera
Fujifilm
amazon.com
$74.05
College is all about making—and documenting—memories. This instant camera is the perfect size for carrying around and snapping photos of the best years of their lives.
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31) Photo Clip String Lights
LECLSTAR
amazon.com
$10.98
The easiest and trendiest way to decorate their new living space is with fairy lights and photos. This string of lights has photo clips on it, so they can put the memories they’ve made on full display. Throw in a few photos to complete the gift.
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32) Wireless Mobile Photo Mini Printer
Zink
amazon.com
$69.99
And if they’re looking to hang up that cute selfie taken with their new BFF, too, this wireless photo printer is the best gift for them.
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33) Magnetic Desk Organizer
The Office Oasis
amazon.com
$29.95
If stuff is strewn all over their desk, this is the perfect gift for them (but I recommend pairing it with other smaller items). This desk organizer is magnetic and comes with trays of various sizes to hold all of their desk necessities—including that endless supply of post-its.
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34) Recipes Every College Student Should Know
Quirk Books
amazon.com
$9.99
As mentioned, cooking in a dorm is not the easiest and requires some ingenuity. This cookbook has a bunch of staple recipes for college living and will enhance the diet of the college student who complains about the dining hall food.
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35) Light Therapy Lamp
Circadian Optics
amazon.com
$49.99
Dorm rooms, libraries, and classrooms are dreary—and that’s where most college students spend their time. This light therapy device can help curb the blues and bring some much-needed rays to their space.
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36) Bedside Shelf
BedShelfie
amazon.com
$39.99
Does a college student even really have room for a nightstand? Probably not. If their digs are looking extra tight, this bedside shelf comes in clutch by hooking onto the bed itself. No more spilling coffee in bed.
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37) Mesh Shower Caddy
Bags in bag
amazon.com
$9.99
Practicality and usefulness are great components in a gift for a college student. And they’re definitely going to need a shower caddy for all of their essentials. This mesh bag zips, which means things won’t come toppling out as they make their way to the bathroom.
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38) Kindle Paperwhite
Amazon
amazon.com
$139.99
College students usually have to lug around big textbooks, so a Kindle Paperwhite could make it easier. Sure, not all of their required reading will be available in e-format, but a Paperwhite can really help minimize their backpack load.
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39) Endorphin Speed 3 Running Shoe
Saucony
amazon.com
$179.95
Running shoes can be pricey and we all know college students can’t really afford to splurge on shoes every six months. Do them a favor and get them a fresh pair of running shoes from Saucony, so that they don't give up on training for that 10K they keep talking about.
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40) Personal Blender
NutriBullet
amazon.com
$61.97
Rolling out of bed 20 minutes before a lecture starts implies they probably didn’t have enough time for breakfast. But with a NutriBullet, they can make a smoothie to-go and ensure they have enough brain power to last through the morning.
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41) Watch Series 8
Apple
amazon.com
$428.00
Whether they love counting steps or need a watch to stay on time, an Apple Watch makes for a fabulous gift. It can help track their activity and let them know how much time they have before their next class.
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42) College Dorm Room Essentials Pack
OCM
amazon.com
$231.20
Sure, a bedding set isn’t the most glamorous gift, but it is a useful one. (And we all know how expensive bedding can be.) This kit has towels, bedding, a fan, and much more, making it functional for the college student who really just needs the basics.
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43) Makeup Organizer
MIUOPUR
amazon.com
$31.99
Repeat after me: College students need organizers. If the college student in your life has a ton of makeup, this cute, compact organizer is not a want—it’s a need.
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44) Coffee Subscription
Jot Coffee
jot.co
$19.50
Chances are a college student can’t afford a $5 iced coffee every morning, and making them at home isn’t as easy as it sounds. Well, actually it is with Jot. The coffee concentrate is great for making a quick cup before heading out for class.
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45) Mini Projector
PVO
amazon.com
$55.99
Movie nights will get a lot better with this mini projector. Any college student that loves having people over will appreciate the quality image that comes out of this petite projector. And if they’re taking a film class, they can say it was all for the A.
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46) Stone Diffuser
monademo
amazon.com
$49.99
Candles are a big no-no when it comes to dorm living. So for the college student who’s missing their scents, get them this stone diffuser. They can fill up the tank with water and their favorite essential oils to liven up their space's ambiance.
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47) Comfy Gripper Slippers
Bombas
bombas.com
$45.00
Comfort is key—especially when you’re walking around a dirty, cold apartment or dorm. Any college student will appreciate these grippy slippers from Bombas, especially the ones in dorms with tiled floors.
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48) Portable Stainless Steel Flatware
Topbooc
amazon.com
$10.99
It can be a hassle when you’re constantly losing flatware. This set is designed with camping in mind, but it’s also for dorm living. It comes with two straws, chopsticks, and basic utensils that fit in a compact pouch.
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49) 3-in-1 Stick Vacuum
EUREKA
amazon.com
$33.99
Sure, vacuums aren’t the most glamorous gift, but they probably forgot to add it to their shopping list. Luckily this compact stick vacuum will do a great job at getting their cozy, fuzzy blanket clean.
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50) Plush Saucer Chair
ALPHA CAMP
amazon.com
$119.99
College is about mingling just as much as it is about studying. For the social butterfly, this foldable chair will come in handy. It can fold up and go beneath a bed until someone comes over or they can take it on the go.
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51) Small Slow Cooker
KOOC
amazon.com
$29.99
Quick, one-pot recipes are usually on the menu for the college student who doesn't feel like heading over to the dining hall. A crock pot will help the college student who aspires to make quality foods—like delicious, creamy soups or cheesy pastas—with ease.
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52) Subscription Box
Thrive Market
skimresources.com
$59.95
Subscription boxes are the gifts that keep on giving. The best part about Thrive Market’s subscription box is that it has snacks, pantry items, cleaning supplies, and beauty products—pretty much everything a college student wants and needs.
skimresources.com
