The Best Gifts for College Students: What They Really Want This Year | Do Say Give
November 12, 2025

The Best Gifts for College Students: What They Really Want This Year

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We’ve curated the ultimate round-up of top gifts for college students. From the go-to trendy pieces they’ll wear all semester, to the beauty products young women swear by, to the totes they carry and clothes they want.Whether you’re shopping for your own college student or someone heading off to campus soon – you’re in the right place. And don’t forget: we’ve got even more ideas waiting in our Teen Girl Guide, Teen Boy Guide, Young Adult Guide, and our Stocking Stuffer Guide. Dive in, find the perfect gift, and get ready to delight the college crowd!

GIFTS FOR COLLEGE GIRLS

Barbour Waxed Coat
A jacket she can enjoy for decades to come!
Longchamp Tote
A classic tote to take to class or the gym!
HOKA Sneakers
So many cute colors!
Great $50 Gift
This Hill House cosmetic bag is still 25% off today!

Daily Drills Sweatshirt
Teen girls LOVE this brand! Check out their ribbed tanks, too!
Luxe Crossbody
A crossbody is a great gift for a college girl!
Dior Palette
A DIOR face palette would be perfect for her stocking!
enewton Bracelet
Create an enewton stack for her with complimentary gift wrap!

Lake Pajamas
Cozy pj's are always a win! More brands on our teen guide!
Hill House Robe
25% off Hill House today!
FP Movement Pullover
An under $100 half zip fleece from Free People.
Alo Leggings
Can't go wrong with Alo leggings or a skirt.
Popular Brush Brand
A bamboo paddle brush she probably doesn’t have!
Rhode Makeup
This Rhode pocket blush is so popular.
Makeup Brushes
Under $80 Makeup by Mario brush set!
Dyson Airwrap
She will be so excited about this one!

 

GIFTS FOR COLLEGE GUYS

Waterproof Turtlebox Speaker
He'll love this popular outdoor bluetooth speaker or the smaller size!
Lululemon Hoodie
He’ll love this hoodie from Lululemon (several colors!).
Great for College Guys
A nice cologne for teen boys.
Lulu Pants in Several Colors
Popular 5 pocket Lululemon come in several colors.

Great for Workouts!
This YETI with chug cap is a great for athletics!
A Great Flannel Brand
Teen boys like these breathable and quick-drying shirts from Poncho.
On Trend Sneakers
Trendy sneakers for the win.
Thune Packing Cube Set
Great $50 price point gift and also comes in blue!

Onward Reserve Pants
Popular 5 pocket pants fit great and come in several colors!
Tecovas Boots
He'll wear these ALL the time in college!
Woven Belts Are In!
If he doesn't already have a nice woven belt!
Apple Watch
Get him the new Apple watch!

Be sure to browse our full Holiday Gift Guide here!

 

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