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5 of the Best Laundry Bags and Hampers for Your College Dorm

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 15, 2026

A laundry bag or hamper should feature among the top five things on your ‘must-have-in-the-dorm’ list. Laundry bags come in hundreds of colors, designs, and styles so you save you some time, we’ve put together 5 of the best laundry bags and hampers for college dorms. Simple Houseware Foldable Closet Laundry Hamper Don’t let its …

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6 of the Best Water Bottles for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

Carrying a water bottle is the best way to make sure you stay hydrated and healthy through your busy day of classes. We’ve found 6 of the best water bottles that are perfect for college kids, whether they are athletic or not. Who’s thirsty? Embrava Best Sports Water Bottle (32 oz) With its ergonomic design, …

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4 of the Best Printers for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

Having your own printer in college has a lot of advantages. You won’t have to worry about paying to use the university’s printers, or run out of your allotted number of free pages. (This will happen to you, English majors). You can print from the ease of your dorm room. Not have to jockey in …

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4 of the Best Futons for Your College Dorm

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

Futons are practically synonymous with college. They are a quintessential part of a college dorm or apartment. A good futon can not only make college life more comfortable but can last well beyond living in the dorms. That’s why we’ve rounded up four of the best futons so you can be comfy no matter what …

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7 College Must Haves for Healthy Living

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 20, 2026

Although you’ll be studying hard throughout college, you can’t forget about your health! As fun as it sounds, eating nothing but ramen and instant mac n’ cheese every day won’t do you any favors. To make it easier, we’ve scoured Amazon for the best health products. Here are some great items for healthy college living. …

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8 Great Books Every College Freshman Should Read

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

While the first year of college can be exciting and filled with possibilities, it can also be overwhelming. Students navigate a whole new world on their own for the very first time!  Check out these must-read books to help college students prepare for everything they may encounter in the upcoming years! 8 Must-Read Books for …

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4 Handy Lap Desks for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

  Something that can make studying around campus more comfortable is a lap desk. Portable, comfortable, and perfectly flat for writing in notebooks or typing on a laptop, it is a great piece of equipment that you can take with you anywhere. We scoured Amazon to find you the best best (and most affordable) options!  …

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4 Fantastic College Coffee Makers for a Dorm Room

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

As a college student you’ll find yourself gulping down mugs of this hot drink. Whether you need to stay awake during finals or all-night cram sessions. Because coffee is the fuel that keeps people going, we’ve found four perfect college coffee makers to help you get up and go. AdirChef Grab n’ Go Personal Coffee …

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10 of the Best Backpacks for Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

Key Takeaway As you prepare for college, you’ll want to make sure you have a good backpack to get you through the years ahead. Below, we’ve found the 10 best backpacks on Amazon: Best Travel Approved Best for Long-Term Durability Best for Everyday Use Best Organization Best Comfort On the Go Best Storage Best Wheeled …

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6 Tools And Kits For College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 15, 2026

The last thing you may expect to be doing in college is fix things. But, things come loose at the hinges or break off completely and if it’s something you need immediately, you have no option but to you have to fix it yourself. On such days, the only person who can save your day …