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What Are the Best Gift Cards for College Students?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 15, 2026

  What’s the perfect present for a college student? The always useful gift card. If you’re not sure what to get? Sometimes a gift card to their favorite shops and restaurants can be the best choice. Gift cards are fast, convenient, and efficient. Here are just 7 that any student is sure to love. $100 …

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6 Ideal Coasters For College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

  As a college student, your dorm is your workplace. It’s where you study, write assignments, send emails, browse Facebook, and binge Netflix too. Keeping yourself hydrated while you’re hard at work (or play) is important. But the condensation from that ice cold water, or drips from your coffee, can leave a permanent mark on …

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6 Gum Packs for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

  Whether you want fresh breath, or you need to stay focused, gum is something everyone should have on them. It’s handy to have a pack in your bag, purse, or dorm room desk. Check out these different gum brands and flavors, perfect for college students everywhere! Mentos Pure Sugar-Free Chewing Gum (Pack of 6, …

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6 Keychains for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

  When you get to college, you suddenly find out you’ll have keys for everything. You definitely have a key for dorm, for your car or bike, for your mail, etc. You really don’t want to lose any of these keys. Keep them all together and safe with these fun keychains. Chapstick Holder Keychain by …

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8 Baking Supplies For College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

  Pro tip: the barter system is alive and well in college. Offer people some freshly baked goodies and they’ll probably help you move furniture or help you study. Baking is also fantastic form of relaxation. It is as much fun to create treats as it is to eat them. Wish you could whip up …

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6 Adult Coloring Books for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

  Love bringing designs to life with colors? Just because you’re in college doesn’t mean you should give up your love for coloring, or coloring books. Check out these 6 high-art style adult coloring books. Coloring in these interesting and complex designs is sure to help you get in touch with your inner artist. Stress …

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6 Clever Computer Science Gifts for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

  Know someone studying computer science? It’s a challenging, but rewarding field. Growing more popular year over year, computer science skills are in high demand. Reward your favorite hardworking student with one of these clever computer science gifts!  Novelty Mug by Funny Guy Mugs Any hardworking college student needs a good coffee mug. Caffeine is …

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7 Handy Pairs of Socks For College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

  Socks are awesome! They keep your feet warm and dry and able to wear shoes. While they are mainly utilitarian in nature, you don’t have to restrict yourself to wearing boring, drab-colored socks. We’ve found some pairs that are warm, comfortable, and colorful!  Here are some that are perfect for college students. Happypop Novelty …

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11 Thoughtful Graduation Gifts

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 20, 2026

  The day they’ve been working so hard for is finally here. Your favorite student is graduating! Show them you’re proud of them with one of these beautiful graduation gifts. Helpful, memorable, practical, and fun, your student will be happy to receive any one of these gifts when they walk off the stage with diploma …

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7 Fantastic Gifts for Future Teachers

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 20, 2026

  Do you know someone in your life who is aiming to become a teacher? While teachers are the real gift, they deserve a few trinkets and presents of their own. We’ve put together a list of 7 great gifts for education majors! Some are fun, others are practical, each are perfect gifts for future …