The Perfect Pick: College Student Holiday Gift Guide

College Student Holiday Gift Guide

BIG Ideas: 

  • It’s time to start planning for holiday gift-giving.
  • Gifts like appliances, blankets, and wall art can bring a piece of home right to your student’s dorm room.
  • Experiences like concerts or sporting tickets can create lasting memories and give your student a well-deserved break from the daily grind of academic life. 

The holiday season is coming in hot! And that means it’s time to start making your gift list. Our holiday gift guide can help you find the perfect gift for that special student in your life. From dorm room delights to tech treats to exciting experiences, you’re sure to find the gift-giving inspiration you need.

Off we go ….

  • Noise-canceling headphones. College is many things – fun, exciting, enlightening. One thing it isn’t, though, is quiet. Noise-canceling headphones can be a great gift that makes it easy for your student to study and listen to their favorite music or podcasts in peace. Look for options that offer quality and affordability.
  • A quality backpack or tote bag. College textbooks and supplies can be heavy. With the gift of a durable backpack or tote, you can help lighten the load for them on campus – and on those cherished visits home.
  • Portable charger. Students have long days – and late nights. The gift of a portable charger will ensure their mobile devices keep up with them. On another note, it also increases the chances they will call or text home (hopefully not just because they need money).
  • Dorm room delights. If your student can’t be at home, you can bring touches of home to them with a warm or heated blanket, coffee machine, or maybe some fun wall art that represents their favorite things at home.
  • Subscription services. Even the most dedicated students need a break now and again. A subscription to Netflix, Hulu, or Spotify could be the perfect way for your student to kick back, relax, and spend a quiet night in their dorm.
  • Reusable water bottles. Help ensure your student stays hydrated walking to and from classes and participating in sporting activities.
  • College merch. Who doesn’t love a nice warm sweatshirt and a chance to show school pride? Visit the campus store online or in person to find cool merchandise, including comfy blankets, pajamas, and dorm décor.
  • Smart speakers. Keep your student informed and on schedule with a device like Amazon Echo or Google Nest that can play music, manage homework and test schedules, and most importantly, set alarms to ensure your student doesn’t snooze through those 8:00 a.m. classes.
  • Fitness tracker. Encourage your student to stay active – and step it up. A Fitbit or Apple Watch can inspire them to walk and track steps. For a clever way to stay connected, get one for yourself and challenge your student to a weekly step-count contest.
  • Gift cards. Does your student have a favorite restaurant? Do they frequently use ride-sharing services? Or plan to take a trip during a college break? A gift card to a restaurant, lift service, or airline can be thoughtful and practical.
  • Useful tech. Looking for a large gift for your student that they’re sure to use? Electronics like laptops, tablets, and printers can help make writing papers a little easier.
  • Exciting experiences. Sometimes the best gifts aren’t things. Think about your student’s hobbies and interests and experiences that might foster them. For example, get them a cooking class or purchase concert or sporting event tickets. Experiences like these can create lasting memories and provide relief from the daily grind of academic life.
  • Money. It may seem less personal, but cash can help a student living on a tight budget. You can make the gift of money more personal by purchasing a card or even making one of your own that lets them know how much they mean to you.

This gift guide is sure to provide the inspiration you need. So, what are you waiting for? Start your shopping cart engine today!

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