It can be difficult to find the perfect gift for a college student if you are not a college student yourself. Whether you’re shopping for something to put in their dorm room or something they can use on a daily basis once they get there, the best gifts for college freshmen are the ones they’ll genuinely appreciate.
Since I am now enrolled in college, I am in a unique position to advise you on what gifts you should consider purchasing for incoming freshmen this year. From the best college books to this year’s must-have clothing for women, I’ve got you covered.
Dorm Freshman College Gifts:
1. HydroFlask
A HydroFlask is among the best investments you can make in a college student. It does an excellent job keeping drinks cold for an extended period of time and helps in the process of staying hydrated.
I always have it with me. It’s fantastic, and I adore it.
2. Northface Backpack
This is the gift that every incoming college student will actually utilize on a daily basis. In the eyes of today’s students, this is the best backpack on the market. This will see them through all four years of university and beyond.
3. AirPods
Without my AirPods, I don’t know what I would listen to, and that’s not even exaggerating. If you can swing the price, they’re well worth it.
I wear them when studying, walking to class, working exercise, and doing laundry. Unquestionably a must-have for any student.
4. Apple Watch
The introduction of the Apple Watch into my routine completely shifted my perspective. It really just simplifies my life, whether I’m using it to listen to music, send and receive texts, or answer phone calls. This watch also helped me become much more physically active by alerting me when I had not yet reached my daily activity target. This is the kind of gift any student would be thrilled to receive.
5. A Silk Robe
After a shower, when applying cosmetics, or just relaxing around the house, a robe is the ideal clothing. Your girlfriend needs a warm robe if she doesn’t already have one.
I can assure you that she will treasure this gift and use it frequently.
6. Olapex Gift Set
Every single girl adores Olapex, but they won’t buy it for themselves because of the price. That’s why they’re so great as gifts! Girls absolutely RAVE about this stuff.
7. Butterfly Clips
Extremely on-trend right now are these oversized butterfly clips. They look adorable, but more importantly, they serve a very useful purpose: keeping hair out of your face on terrible hair days.
8. Makeup Brush Set
Rapid dirt buildup on makeup brushes can clog pores and make applying makeup a chore. A new pair of cosmetic brushes is a thoughtful gift for a student. She can either get rid of her old ones or leave them at home and bring the new ones to class.
This collection of 24 beauty brushes is a steal for under $10 on Amazon.
9. Travel Jewelry Holder
The most annoying thing about traveling, as any woman will attest, is untying a tangle of jewelry upon opening your suitcase.
Most women lack a jewelry case designed specifically for travel. However, it is one of those things whose importance isn’t fully appreciated until it’s gotten. This is incredible, and it doesn’t cost too much. She will treasure this gift and put it to good use.
10. Custom Makeup Bag
You’ve come up with a wonderful plan for buying travel-related products as gifts for college students. Giving them a travel toiletry kit is a great idea because they will be making frequent trips back and forth from home or to other campuses to see friends. I was given one before my first year of college, and I use it constantly.
11. Running Shoes
In college, most women wear running shoes. They’re sturdy and supportive and last a long time. Even when I’m just strolling around campus or conducting errands, I don’t take mine off.
12. Layered Necklaces
There is a current trend in the fashion jewelry industry for women to wear many necklaces at once. You may find a wide variety of stacked necklaces on Amazon, or any other retailer that specializes in selling jewelry. I have no doubt that she will put this thoughtful gift to good use.
13. Gold Earrings
Gold earrings are a must for any fashion-forward woman. They’re easy to dress up or down and complement a wide variety of wardrobe items. It’s a deal to get this set from Amazon. You can wear them over and over without worrying about any tarnishing or shrinkage.
14. Pajama Set
There’s some mysterious psychological effect of wearing a matched pajama set, but it does wonders for your self-confidence. For the woman who wants to look and feel her best even while she’s in bed, nothing beats a soft and comfy pajama set.
Also, these are ridiculously comfortable. Longer sleeves are a better choice to keep her warm in the winter for girls who tend to be on the chillier side.
20. Sweatshirt
The standard college uniform is a sweatshirt and leggings. Get her a hip sweatshirt to help her look more put together.
21. Perfume Set
Perfume is a girl’s best friend, but it can be quite expensive. If you’re looking to try out a variety of products from a higher-end brand without dropping the entire amount, I highly recommend looking at gift packages.
This is perfect for the college student in your life, as she can try out different fragrances before committing to a full-size purchase.
23. Ugg Slippers
The most popular and most used pair of slippers is made by Ugg. As far as designs go, these are by far the most well-liked. This is an item that every woman should own multiples of. As a freshman in college, she will be overjoyed to receive this gift.
24. Yeti Cooler
So, a Yeti is a pretty massive gift. One, though, that he will be overjoyed to get his hands on. When entertaining friends or heading to the pool, coolers are an absolute must for men. There are plenty of other good coolers available for under $50 on sites like Amazon
25. Three In One Charger
If you know someone moving into a dorm, they’ll appreciate this three-in-one charger even more. This way, he can charge everything at once without tripping over extension wires.
Another gift idea that came highly recommended by guy friends; I was startled by its popularity, but it seems to have hit the mark.
26. LED Sign
To be honest, I had never considered a LED sign as a possible gift for a male college freshman until a male friend of mine mentioned it. These LED signs are a fun alternative to the standard flags and tapestries that most college students use to decorate their rooms.
I can’t tell you how many different men’ rooms I’ve visited that have this Budweiser sign up on the wall.
27. Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
In the dorm, you absolutely need a high-quality wireless speaker. He will need a high-quality speaker for all of his future social functions, trips to the pool, and solo listening sessions in his room. It syncs with his phone easily, and since it’s water-resistant, he can use it in the shower or at the pool.
28. Roku
In most dorms, cable television is a luxury and not a need. Connecting a streaming service stick to your TV is a great way to save money on cable and yet watch all your favorite shows.
So far, I’ve been really pleased with my Roku. Now I only need one subscription to view anything on Netflix, HBO, Hulu, and YouTube.
29. Yeti Coffee Mug
The time and money you save by making your own coffee is substantial. This Yeti mug is excellent for keeping your coffee steaming hot on the way to lecture.
30. UGG Slippers
Ugg slippers are my lifeline. They are like an extension of me, and I take them everywhere. These are perfect for keeping your toes toasty and off the cold, hard tile of a dorm floor.
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