College students can be tricky to buy for at this time of year–or really at any time!

Their needs may be school-related or limited due to space. Their interests might have recently changed. They may just want cold-hard cash so they can treat themselves to dinner or maybe someone to do their laundry.

But that doesn’t mean you can find the perfect gift. There are some great fun and functional gifts for every college-bound or current college student in your life.

We asked the college kids we know what they desired most and put together more than 100 gift ideas that any student would love!

Top Ten Gift Ideas for College Students 2023

1. Mr. Coffee Iced and Hot Coffee Maker: Many college kids find out that their daily fancy coffee habits can be quite expensive. This machine can do both iced and hot coffee concoctions and doesn’t take up much space.
2. LAPGEAR Home Office Lap Desk with Device Ledge, Mouse Pad, and Phone Holder: When you can’t be at desk, this holds all your tech in one comfortable place.
3. MasterLock Portable Safe: Sometimes you don’t know who is roaming the halls at the dorms or in your apartment. This small safe can help prevent theft of your important documents and personal items.
4. NINJA Portable Cordless Blender: One thing our college kid misses is the ability to make a quick smoothie. Problem solved with this portable blender that she can use in her dorm.
5. iWalk Small Portable Charger: This charger is a fave among college students for it’s small size and long life. Available for iPhones and Androids.
6. Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones: Long battery life, built-in microphone and sleek design. What else can you ask for?
7. AI LOVE PEACE Microwave Ramen Bowl: When you want your Ramen, but you live in the dorm, this is an awesome way to cook it up.
8. ECOLUTION Microwave Popcorn Popper:This is a college-kid favorite. Make homemade popcorn as an alternative to buying expensive single use prepackaged bags containing unwanted chemicals, ingredients, and calories.
9. mooas Pure Mini White 3D Multi-Function LED Clock: Looks cool and can tell the time, temperature and act as an alarm.
10. Stanley IceFlow Stainless Steel Tumbler Thermos: While our kids didn’t like the Stanley water bottle with the handle, they love this thermos that they can hook to their backpack and keeps their water cold all day long.

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Great Tech Gift Ideas for College Students

No one uses tech more than a college student. Here are some great ideas for what kids are using on campus today.

Golondy 14 Screen Magnifier for Smartphone|Magnifying Projector Screen with Stand-Cellphone Universal Screen Amplifier for Video and Gaming-Phone|Mount Compatible with All Phones2021 Mini Pocket WiFi Projector 3D DLP 3600 Lumens WXGA HD LED Portable Wireless Video Projectors Support 1080P Airplay HDMI USB Auto Keystone Battery Pico for Gaming Home Theater Outdoor Movie CampUSB C Charger Cable Extra Long 10ft 2Pack Android USB-A to USB-C Braided Fast Phone Charging Cord for Samsung Galaxy S10/S9/S8/s7/ Note/9/8/LG/Google Pixel 2/Motorola/PS5/Nintendo Switch/Kindle FirePortable Charger 36800mAh, Power Bank with Tri-Outport & Dual Inport (2.1A USB-C Input and Micro USB Input) External Battery Pack Compatible with iPhone 12/12Pro/11,Galaxy S20 Tablet etc[2021 Version]Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 — Over Ear, Wireless Bluetooth Headphones with Built-In Microphone for Clear Calls & Alexa Voice Control, Silver LuxeLaptop Cooling Pad Laptop Cooler 6 Quiet Cooling Fans for 10-15.6 Inch Laptop, Dual USB 2.0 Ports, Portable 6 Angle Adjustable Laptop Fan Cooling padTravel Backpack for Men, Expandable Laptop Backpack with Usb Charging Port, Large Anti Theft Business Computer Bag Water Resistant College School Bookbag Gift for Men Women Fit 15.6 Inch laptop, BlackLaptop Backpack Women Teacher Backpack Nurse Bags, 15.6 Inch Womens Work Backpack Purse Waterproof Anti-theft Travel Back Pack with USB Charging Port (Light Pink)MUSICOZY Sleep Headphones Bluetooth Sports Headband, Wireless Music Sleeping Headphones Sleep Eye Mask Earbuds IPX6 Waterproof for Side Sleepers Workout Running Unique Gift, Striped RedTinetton 3 in 1 Charging Station Compatible with Apple Watch iPhone AirPods with 10W AdapterElectronic Organizer Travel Universal Cable Organizer Waterproof Electronics Accessories Storage Cases for Cable, Charger, Phone, USB, SD Card, Hard Drives, Power Bank, CordsScanmarker Digital Highlighter – OCR Pen Scanner and Reader – USB Version (Mac & Win)Mubarek LED Desk Lamps with USB Charging Port for Home Office, Pen Holder, Flexible Gooseneck Desktop Study Desk Lamp, 3 Color Modes Stepless Dimming, Bedroom Bedside Table Desk Light for Home OfficeCell Phone Clip on Stand Holder – with Grip Flexible Long Arm Gooseneck Bracket Mount Clamp for iPhone X/8/7/6/6s/5 Samsung S8/S7, Used for Bed, Desktop (Black)JBL Clip 3, Black – Waterproof, Durable & Portable Bluetooth Speaker – Up to 10 Hours of Play – Includes Noise-Cancelling Speakerphone & Wireless StreamingRocketbook Matrix Smart Reusable Graph Notebook | Eco-friendly, Digitally Connected Isometric Notebook | infinity Black, Letter Size (8.5

Great Practical Gifts for College Dorm Rooms and Small Living Spaces

Keurig K-Classic Coffee Maker K-Cup Pod, Single Serve, Programmable, 6 to 10 oz. Brew Sizes, Black0.5L Portable Electric Kettle, Mini Travel Kettle, Stainless Steel Water Kettle – Perfect For Traveling Cooking Noodles, Boiling Water, Eggs, Coffee, Tea(White 110V)Onlyeasy Foldable Underbed Bags – 2 Pack Blankets Clothes Comforters Storage Bag Breathable Zippered Organizer for Bedroom with Clear Window and 4 Handles, 39.4×19.7×5.9 in, Linen-like Grey, MXDUBBP2DuomiW Bedside Storage Organizer, Bedside Caddy, Table Cabinet Storage Organizer, TV Remote Control, Phones, Magazines, Tablets, Accessories (Grey)Lap Laptop Desk, Height Adjustable Lap Desk with Cushion, Fits up to 17 inch Laptop Lap Pad, Storage Function, Wrist Rest, Tablet Slot, Portable Handle, Book Lap Stand for Adult Teen StudentJMEXSUSS 66ft 200 LED String Lights Indoor Outdoor, Warm White Christmas Lights Clear Wire, 8 Modes Waterproof Twinkle Fairy String Lights Plug in for Tree Room Bedroom Wedding Party DecorationsMaster Lock 5900D Set Your Own Combination Portable Safe, 9-17/32 in. Wide, Gunmetal GreyIntex Inflatable Ultra Lounge with OttomanTESSAN Flat Plug Long Extension Cord 15 Ft, Surge Protector Power Strip with 9 Outlets 3 USB Ports, Desktop Multi Outlets Charging Station, Wall Mount for Home, Office, Dorm Room Essentials, GreyIKER【Christmas Gifts 】12 Liter Beauty Fridge for Skin Care, Makeup Fridge for Skincare & Cosmetics, Portable Mini Fridge with Interior LED Lights, Best Gift for Girlfriend Wife Clients30 Pieces Dry Erase Sticky Notes, 3 x 3 Inches Reusable Whiteboard Stickers with 8 Colors Erasable Markers and 4 Pieces Erasers, Removable Sticky Board for to Do List, Reminders, Classroom SuppliesHOLMES Heritage 4-Inch Mini USB Desk Fan, Brushed CopperHandheld Vacuum Cordless, Mini Portable Vacuum with 150W High Power and 8000Pa for Car/HomeFlameless Battery Operated Flickering Candles: LED Real Wax Electric Votive Candle Lights with Remote Control Set of 3 Large Pillar Fake Candles for Wedding Party Outdoor Votive Diwali GardenSmart Design 5-Tier Smart Carousel Organizer w/ 40 Pockets & Steel Metal Hook – 360 Degree Swivel – Heavy Duty Fabric – Clothing, Shoes, Misc. Item – Home Organization (13 x 51.8 Inch) [Beige]Reusable Food Storage Bags, 24 Pack BPA Free Reusable Freezer Bags, Leakproof Storage Bag for Food (8 reusable gallon bags & 8 reusable sandwich bags & 8 reusable snack bags)Anker Power Strip Surge Protector, 12 Outlets & 3 USB Ports with Flat Plug, 6ft Extension Cord, PowerIQ for iPhone XS/XS Max/XR/X, Galaxy, for Home, Office, and More (4000 Joules) (white)Makeup Organizer, 360 Degree Rotating Adjustable Cosmetic Storage Display Case with 8 Layers Large Capacity, Fits Jewelry,Makeup Brushes, Lipsticks and More, Clear TransparentELTUILMP 24-Piece Stainless Steel Rainbow Flatware Set , Colorful Plated Silverware Set with Hanging Rack Caddy, Service for 6, Include Knives/Forks/Spoons/Teaspoons/Hanging Stand (rainbow)