12 great gift ideas for college students under $30

If you’re shopping for a college student this holiday season, you’ll want to look for gifts that are both useful and thoughtful. With so many options, it’s hard to decide on something practical and affordable that your college student will love and enjoy all semester long. Lucky for you, we’ve compiled a list of great budget-friendly gift ideas to get you started!

Note that prices can change at any time. Be sure to comparison shop so you know you’re getting the very best price!

Save with these gifts for college students

3-months of Spotify Premium for $0.99

If your college student loves music, you can get them a 3-month subscription to Spotify Premium. The student subscription also includes Hulu and Showtime for free! Just make sure they verify their student email address to get the deal.

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Cold brew 1.5-quart iced coffee maker for $19.99

If your college student loves iced coffee, help them save money with this at home cold brew maker.

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Cards Against Humanity card game for $25

This is a hilariously fun game your college student can play with friends. This deal is also available in-stores at Walmart.

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Cookies, chips and candy snack 40-count care package for $24.99

Fuel the next study session with this huge assortment of snacks!

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The 5-ingredient college cookbook for $12.31

This book includes tons of recipes that are healthy and practical.

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Mossio hanging toiletry bag for $12.59

This toiletry bag will help keep them organized while they travel. It’s available in multiple different colors and patterns to fit any style.

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Solid quilted Sherpa throw blanket for $11.99

You can’t go wrong with a warm and fuzzy throw blanket for late night study sessions or lounging around the house.

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InnerGuide 2019 hardcover goal & life planner for $29.95

This planner doubles as a guided journal to motivate and support any college student.

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Amazon Echo Dot for $19.99

Get weather updates, add to your calendar, listen to music and more with this handy device.

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Men’s and women’s weatherproof jackets from $14.99

This is a gift that will really come in handy when running between classes!

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Microwave crisper pan for $15.86

Keeps leftovers crisp when heating in the microwave.

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Cash

This gift may seem too simple but you really can’t go wrong with cash! College students always need it and they can spend it on exactly what they want. If you want to dress up your gift, consider trying money origami. Walmart also sells money holder cards starting at just $1.99.