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College students are always juggling multiple projects, extracurriculars, exams, jobs, internships, and social life. And honestly, while they deserve a much-needed break, a useful present wouldn’t be so bad either. Whether they’re an incoming freshman or a senior embarking on their last university adventure, gifts for college students should be practical and helpful. To help you come up with some ideas, we’ve rounded up the best gifts for college students – from the coolest tech on the market to self-care finds.

Help the college student in your life relax and unwind with cozy essentials like a pair of soft pajamas or a weighted blanket that looks and feels so comforting. Level up their study habits and note-taking with a Rocketbook notebook. And if they’ve been spending too much time at Starbucks, treat them to a cool new coffee machine. We even included some fun finds like the Nintendo Switch and useful noise cancelling headphones. Keep reading to shop our top gifts for college students – and maybe even for yourself too.

– Additional reporting by Lauren Harano and Haley Lyndes