52 Gifts That College Students Will Actually Appreciate

Problems tend to feel smaller when you have a family to support. Jokes aside, this adorable succulent set will freshen up anyone’s space. The best part is, they require very little water and attention, so they’ll continue to thrive no matter how busy your student gets.

Student life can be summarized as “on-the-go.” A functional wristlet like this one is perfect for the essentials.

Have you ever been to a thrift store in a college town? Students love to purge their closets. Gift them bags for this recycling program, and they’ll earn rewards at places like AMC Theaters, Thrive Market, and Levain Bakery while decluttering and helping the planet.

The trouble with lofted dorm beds is it makes reaching the nightstand impossible. This fixes that.

With essays and calculators and receipts, dorm surfaces clutter up so fast.

You don’t need to understand it; just know that Octobuddies are all the rage right now.

Two words: Hangover. Cure.

Anyday is answering every college kid’s prayers with its innovative line of dishes specifically meant for microwave cooking. No stove? No problem. Steamed veggies, crispy bacon, and mug cakes coming right up.

Give them a break from $1 cups of ramen and microwave meals with this major improvement. Factor 75 delivers pre-cooked, healthy meals right to their doorstep—all they need to do is heat and enjoy!

First it was S’well bottles. Then it was HydroFlasks. But the water bottle of today is the Stanley, without a shadow of doubt.

Full-length mirrors are a non-negotiable item for anyone in Gen Z. Where else would they take their OOTD pics?

If there’s one universal truth among college students, it’s that dining hall food gets old. Treat your giftee to a restaurant-quality meal on you.

A sleek card holder is always a good idea—and a safe bet. This one provides RFID tracking for extra safety.

We can’t get enough of Celsius’ functional energy drinks as working adults, so can you even imagine if these existed when we were students?

After a long day of classes, nothing beats snuggling up with a cozy blanket.

No, gift cards aren’t always impersonal! Sometimes, it’s the smartest gift of all. Dormify is pretty much a one-stop shop for all things student housing. From bed skirts and bath caddies to posters and throw pillows, your giftee can pick out exactly what they like.

A house slipper or a shoe for running errands? These squishy cloud slides offer the best of both worlds. Heck, you can even wear them as a shower shoe.

Great for long journeys home, business trips, or nearing summer vacation plans, this sleek roller suitcase from the popular luggage brand Away Travel has all their travel needs covered. In addition to being the maximum carry-on size, it also has a built-in charger and an attached bag for dirty laundry.

Give a cursory glimpse at any Instagram or VSCO feed, and it’s easy to glean that film photos are back en vogue.

A planner helps to maintain your schedule, organize assignments, and stay on top of goals. It’s good for improving class performance and for mental clarity. Win-win!