56 Gifts That College Students Will Actually Appreciate

Everyone needs at least one or two of these. Full stop. You never need a portable charger until you really need a portable charger. And when that moment strikes, the student in your life will be grateful for this gift from you.

Turning that dorm or living room into a mini movie theater has never been easier than with this mini projector. Customers rave that it’s easily portable and offers great sound and visuals for the price.

Early morning lectures can be rough, but this sunrise alarm clock will gently wake you while still helping you get to class on time. Bonus: It also functions as a soft-glow reading light and sound machine, in case you have trouble falling asleep at night.

How creative is this jewelry stand!? It’s the perfect adornment for the top of their dresser.

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!

Seasonal depression is real. For the students adjusting to a more wintry climate, this Himalayan salt lamp will mimic the sun’s warm light.

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.

For the future YouTube vlogger, this Canon digital camera is built to capture high-quality videos and photos and includes built-in Wifi for seamless, on-the-go posting.

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

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.

This candle will make them laugh and help them unwind at the same time. Double whammy.

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

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.

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.

Bring your desk to bed with this handy lap desk that has enough space for your phone and mouse.

You can’t learn everything at college. A helpful primer on emotional intelligence and balanced living is sure to be appreciated by any young adult.

If you scroll through any college student’s Instagram feed right now, you’ll quickly learn that the Adidas Samba is the shoe to shop right now. They’ll be thanking you big time for this one.

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

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.

Take it from take it from a veteran—all those matcha lattes and specialty coffee drinks add up. Gift them this tea kit for the mornings when a good old cup of joe doesn’t quite scratch the itch.