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Whether they're studying abroad or just taking advantage of long weekends to road trip or head home, every college student needs a nice grown up piece of luggage. Away's suitcases are sleek and stylish but also incredibly functional and durable. They come in a variety of unique colors so you can pick the perfect shade and ensure your suitcase is easy to find at baggage claim.
cuisinart Basket Air Fryer
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Mom loves her air fryer for a good reason — it's the easiest way to cook literally everything, from donuts to fries to nachos. Arguably a rival to the micro, any college student learning to make their own meals needs this viral kitchen gadget.
Wit & Delight Stay On Track Planner
The cutest desk pad for them to keep track of homework assignments, exams, deadlines, and events.
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Almost Adulting: All You Need to Know to Get It Together (Sort Of)
If you haven’t already seen it first-hand, you’ll soon discover that ~adulting~ is pretty hard. This book makes the growing pains a tad smoother to navigate, adding in some LOLs along the way.
CRAVEBOX Snacks Box Variety Pack Care Package
Even if you have no clue what they’re into, we can guarantee any college student will love this. (And if you wanted to send us one, we wouldn’t be mad).
For the Academically Inclined
Papier Checkmate Academic Year Planner
Jot down every assignment, exam, and date night into this creative planner that actually makes organizing fun.
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Casaphoria Backpack Laundry Bag
While everyone is lugging their broken laundry baskets down five flights of stairs, you’ll be drippin’ on all of ’em with this handy laundry bag.
Bissell MYAir™ Personal Air Purifier Purple
Clear out all the resulting funk from dorm life (aka stress BO, dirty laundry, pet dander, etc.) with this surprisingly chic air purifier.
Rockridge Press College Cooking for One: 75 Easy, Perfectly Portioned Recipes for Student Life
Cooking on your own can be a challenge between assignments, extracurriculars, and classes. This cookbook makes creating a meal more manageable and less intimidating.
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Triviso Frizz Smacker Watermelon-Infused Flyaway Serum
Girls on the go don’t have time to fix every little stray hair back at their dorm, which is why this teeny flyaway serum is the perfect product to throw in your backpack. Smooth frizz back with the mascara-like applicator and you’ll look fly as ever.
Chamberlain Coffee Cold Brew Starter Pack
If college students got school supply lists, “all the caffeine” would be the number one item. Go for this cute little cold brew set, courtesy of YouTube sensation Emma Chamberlain.
BIAJIYA Sticker Phone Pocket
Every college student needs an adorable, handy phone wallet to keep their ID and cards all in one place.
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Kurt Geiger London x Matthew Williamson Small Southbank Tote
There's nothing like snagging a bag you can carry across campus and pull out again when you're jet-setting during summer break. This Kurt Geiger London x Matthew Williamson transitional tote bag can fit books as well as a beach towels and cute swimsuits. Gotta love the versatility.
Bestseller
Apollo Tools At-Home Tool Kit
Before you try to tackle that IKEA dresser, get yourself a cute mini tool kit. It even folds away neatly after the job, so it’s not taking up too much of that precious closet space.
Sunnylife Mega Jumbling Tower Majorelle
Write a different dare on each block and this gift becomes the ultimate party game.
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L.L.Bean Adults' Mountain Pile Fleece Gloves
College students might scoff at the idea of hats and gloves... until they’re trekking across campus to their 8 A.M. Biology class in the freezing cold. These shearling-lined babies will totally save the day.
Editor's Pick
Wonder Skin Wonder Blading Peel & Reveal Lip Stain Kit
Perfect a smooch-worthy pout with this peel-off lip stain that TikTok is obsessed with. The natural stain will last for hours.
Kodak LUMA 350 Smart Projector
Even the tiniest dorm room instantly becomes a party space with this sick projector, which is compatible with a smartphone, computer, gaming console, PC, and more.
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Retrospec Chatham Beach Cruiser Bike
It looks cute and doesn’t require monthly insurance payments. Need we say more?
Keurig K-Mini Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker
You’ll thank us for this when you make it to your 8 a.m. Plus, this mini brewer comes in a dusty rose hue that will look adorable in your dorm room.
Hannah is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from cute apartment decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and unhinged updates on the books she’s reading on the train.
Abby is an editorial assistant at Seventeen, covering pop culture, beauty, life, and health. When she's not busy watching the latest true crime docuseries, you can find her strolling through Sephora, thrifting the perfect dress, or jogging with her pup.
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