College kids are generally pretty broke and will appreciate literally any holiday gifts that you are able to give them. But they aren’t always an easy group to figure out what to get them. So I tapped into my recently graduated brain to think of what I would have loved to get when I was in school during the holidays. Which is why today I am sharing this list of the best holiday gifts for college students.
Thankfully, most college students will appreciate any gift that you are giving them. But if you are wanting to give them something helpful or something fun that they will really use then keep on reading because that is what I am sharing today!
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The gifts for college students are split up into 3 great categories of gift baskets, necessities, and college themed gifts. So that hopefully you will be able to narrow it down and find the best gift for the college kid in your life.
Best Holiday Gifts for College Students
Gift Baskets
They are a great value and always exciting for college kids. Gift baskets are full fun and different items so that there is an incredibly high likelihood that they will like some or all of the items in them. You can also DIY them a gift basket and fill it with some of their favorite items like snacks, caffeine of some sort, some self care items, and anything else that they would like for in college. A key to always remember is what they could use on their day to day life while in college!
Milky Chic Special Women’s Birthday Gift Box Basket
Funny Gift Basket with socks, wine glass, coasters, and more
“The Wine O’Clock Box” – Wine Accessory Gift Set
Holiday Christmas Spa Gift Basket in a Box with Bath Bombs Chocolate Cozy Socks and more
“The Java Joe Box” – Coffee Accessory Gift Set – Packed with Fun and Unique Coffee Themed Items for Coffee Lovers
Starbucks Coffee and Teavana Tea Gift Basket
Taboo Creations Coffee Lovers Gift Basket Box – Fun & Unique Gift Box for Coffee Lovers
High Protein Fitness Healthy Snack Box: Premium Mix of Healthy Gourmet Protein Snacks On The Go Meal Replacements
Necessities
Fun gifts are great and all but if you think the college student in your life needs some necessities but aren’t sure what to get them then here ya go! Getting them a gift that they will be able to use on a day to day basis is always a huge hit with college students. It may not feel quite as exciting to get them but trust me when they are using your gift regularly they will be incredibly thankful. And they will think of you when they are using it which is alway a sweet win to getting someone a gift that they will use regularly.
BLACK+DECKER Single Serve Coffeemaker
12 Gourmet Coffees of Christmas Holiday Gift Set
Libbey Province 24-Piece Tumbler and Rocks Glass set
AmazonBasics Stemless Wine Glasses (Set of 4)
All the Feels Premium Sherpa Blanket, Throw, 50×60
CMFRT Weighted Blanket – | Fits Queen-Sized Bed Top
First Aid Only 299 Piece All-Purpose First Aid Kit
Jerry & Maggie – Desktop Organizer Office Storage Rack Adjustable Wood Display Shelf
Apollo Tools General Tool Set
College Cookbook: Healthy, Budget-Friendly Recipes for Every Student
Dash Compact Air Fryer 1.2 L Electric Air Fryer Oven Cooker with Temperature Control, Non Stick Fry Basket, Recipe Guide + Auto Shut off Feature
AmazonBasics Microwave, Small, 0.7 Cu. Ft, 700W, Works with Alexa
College Themed Gifts
Anything related to the students school is always a great present idea! Thankfully for the internet no matter where they go to school you can almost certainly find something fun with their school name or logo on it. And once they graduate these are great items for them to keep having as well to remind them of their fun times in college!
All options are pretty much available for 50+ large colleges and universities. For smaller schools I recommend checking out the school website for their online gift shop! Or going with customized options that are on Etsy so you can still get them something fun even if they do attend a smaller school that isn’t on stores like Amazon and Targets websites.
THE NORTHWEST COMPANY Officially Licensed NCAA Basic Raschel Throw Blanket, 60″ x 80″
Elite Fan Shop NCAA Hoodie Sweatshirt Dark Heather Icon
Late For The Sky Ohio State Monopoly
Tervis Ohio State Buckeyes Logo Tumbler with Emblem
Officially Licensed NCAA “Zone Read” Beach Towel, Multiple Colors, 30″ x 60″
NCAA Ohio State Buckeyes 20oz Insulated Acrylic Tumbler Set of 2
Collegiate Collapsible Round Table with 4 Cup Holders and Carry Bag
Collegiate Folding Elite Chair with Mesh Back and Carry Bag
The Sports Vault NCAA Large Cutting Board, 14.5″ x 9″
Already got the college student in your life their present? What did you get them? Let me know!
But remember, the most important thing that you can do is show them that you care and know that college is an exciting but stressful time in their lives. Most college kids will appreciate any effort to get them a gift that they will use and love!
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