35+ Amazing Christmas Gift Ideas for Students
There’s not much time until Christmas, and you may still be wondering what to get for a college student! Here are 35+ amazing Christmas gift ideas for students. Whether you’re shopping for your child, niece, nephew, or friend here are plenty of ideas to help you get a great gift!
I have divided the gifts into categories for easier navigation.
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This post is all about Christmas Gift Ideas for Students:
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Gifts for Students:
(let’s start off with some very easy gifts almost anyone would appreciate)
1 Amazon Gift Card
You can’t go wrong with a gift card. It’s simple and allows them to purchase whatever they need while being a student.
2 Walmart Gift Card
A gift card to Walmart is honestly very thoughtful. Easing the financial burden of even one grocery trip is extremely helpful for students! Give a Walmart gift card!
3 Reusable Grocery Bags
These are so smart and helpful! These eco-friendly bags are meant to be reused. They’re incredibly sturdy and last a long time. If your student goes grocery shopping, you should consider purchasing this!
4 Water Flask
Something to carry to classes. They’re good for the environment and are reusable. These down below are great quality and I have one just like it at home that I use all the time!
5 Tumbler
These tumblers are so cute! A great addition to their college life. Reusable and has a straw.
6 Card Holder / Lanyard
Lanyards can help them keep their school ID card, keys, and even their debit card. And these patterns are great!
7 Wallet
Look at this! Super cute and it’s always nice to have a wallet to keep in their backpack.
8 Journal
Every single student needs somewhere to jot things down. Whether it’s how their feeling, goals, and aspirations, I know they will appreciate a nice journal to write things down.
8 Guided Journal
Check out this super cool guided journal! It’s meant to inspire you and help you navigate through life by getting better at decision-making.
10 Blanket
Blankets are one of the best gifts for a student. Cozy, comfortable, and warm.
11 Blanket Sweater
This is such a great gift for a student. While they are lounging around in their dorm or apartment. Super comfy and warm everywhere they go.
12 Vacuum
Vacuums > broom + dustpan.
I said what I said! Convenient, quick, and easily rechargeable.
13 Pillow Bed Wedge
This is a neat gift for a student. It makes their bed a little more relaxing especially when they’re sitting up on the computer.
14 Air Diffuser
Air diffusers make the room cozier and calmer by filling the air with tiny, breathable particles of essential oils. I love mine and I know your student will love theirs!
15 Slippers
Cozy slippers for walking throughout the dorm. Comfy and such a neat gift for a student. Check out these cute ones.
16 Keurig
A morning cup of joe or chai tea is such a refreshing way to get up in the morning! Here is a mini Keurig!
17 Makeup Mirror
Getting up in the morning with roommates can be hectic. This mirror can be placed anywhere and is perfect for getting ready in the morning without worrying about how long your roommate will be in the bathroom.
18 Perfume
A great perfume is an amazing gift for a college student. Here are some classics! I recommend reading the reviews and the description for base notes. (This Ariana Grande one is one of my favorites!)
19 Face Mask
With the pandemic still changing how we interact, having a couple of masks handy is important, and a great extra gift for your student.
20 Makeup Bag
Makeup bags are great gifts for students that enjoy wearing makeup. These are so affordable and super cute!
21 Scrunchies (Hair Ties)
This is one of those stocking stuffer gifts! I can’t tell you how many times I lost my hair ties! Get them some extra ones to throw in their backpack or keep on their arm.
22 Makeup Headbands
If they wear makeup, this is so helpful for them in the mornings. They can keep the hair out of their face and have a great time putting on makeup.
23 Headband
Check these out! Great stocking stuffer and very handy when you’re having a messy hair day.
24 Backpack
A new backpack is always a great gift! I got a North Face one for my birthday a couple of years ago and it’s still in great shape. Check out this nice one below! It’s sooo cute!
25 Planner
Productivity begins with planning. A planner is something I ask for every year because they are essential to planning goals and taking note of important due dates.
It is also a great idea to get an un-dated one so they can start using it whenever they want. Check out these un-dated ones below!
26 Pens
People who love writing notes and staying organized will appreciate having a wide array of colors to choose from!
27 Highlighters
These highlighters are awesome because they’re erasable.
28 Tote Bag
Some people love backpacks, others love a nice tote bag. These are super cute, classy, and have enough room to place your laptop and other school necessities.
29 Rain Jacket
It doesn’t rain often in my college town, but when it does, I am so grateful to have a nice pair of rain gear.
30 Rain Boots
Rain boots to go with the rain jacket ;).
31 Sweatsuit Set
Comfy sweat sets for lounging in the dorms or to be cozy in the classroom!
32 Sneakers
Everyone should have a simple pair of sneakers that go with everything.
33 Hoodie
Comfy threads for lounging in the dorms or the classroom!
34 Beanie
It’s been pretty cold out. So a nice beanie can be of good use.
35 Towel Wrap
An essential item living with roommates!
36 External Hard Drive
I never knew I needed one of these! My computer would constantly run out of space. So I got an external hard drive and transferred all of my books, assignments, and other files onto it from previous semesters so I could have a fresh start for my new semester. I highly recommend this!
37 Airpods
These wireless earphones are so great! The sound quality is amazing and they charge so fast!
38 Earphones
A classic. Some people prefer the wire! While I prefer AirPods, I have found that the AirPods microphone is not as great as traditional earphone microphones. So this could come in handy for Zoom meetings.
39 Phone Charger
Cords break and sometimes they get lost. Having an extra to keep in your backpack or in their dorm will definitely be of use.
40 Apple Watch
This watch is so useful in any situation! There are many versions. I have an earlier model, I have linked the updated version below. Both do the same things, there are just minor differences.
41 Blue Light Glasses 
These have filters in the lenses that basically block blue light from getting through. This can help reduce the potential damage to your eyes and may improve symptoms of computer vision syndrome (eye strain from staring at a screen all day).
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I hope you enjoyed this 35+ Christmas gift ideas for students list! would love to know what gifts you decided on! Let me know if this list was helpful and Merry Christmas! 🎄
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