Whether they’re heading into their first year of college or they are finishing their final year of school, college students can be challenging to buy for. To help you find the best gifts for college guys, we’ve compiled up more than 30 gifts that he’ll appreciate for many years to come. The best college guy gifts are often something practical or can sometimes be something just for fun. While college guys may not be easy to understand, shopping for them just became easier. Remember, at the end of the day, any gift from you is a special one.

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Unique College Boyfriend Gifts
While finding unique college boyfriend gifts can be a challenge, we have found some special gift ideas that he will appreciate. Guys often gravitate towards more practical gifts, so you’ll find a bunch of useful picks on this list to make his day-to-day life easier. We’ve discovered the best gifts for boyfriends so you can find something he’ll love almost as much as he loves you. We’ve done a ton of research to find special gifts that are most popular in 2023.
Popular College Guy Gifts
If you are thinking it would be nice to know what popular college guy gifts are on his wishlist this year, we have found so many Tiktok viral gift ideas. We found some of the most popular TikTok finds and put them to the test, to find out if they’re both viral- and gift-worthy college guy gifts.
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We've discovered the best gift ideas for college guys. Whether you are looking for something cool, practical or a Tiktok viral gift idea, we have done the research for you to find lots of great gift ideas for college guys.
This CordaRoy's Chenille Nest Bean Bag Chair and Convertible Bed will be a great useful gift for college guys. As seen on Shark Tank, Nest is the first convertible chair with a defined top and bottom that is specially designed to give your guy the ultimate support and comfort. It quickly transforms into a cozy bed by simply removing the cover, offering the perfect solution for guests Packed with user-friendly features, the versatile chair is designed with storage pockets for a convenient place to store your gaming controllers, tv remotes or a phone and a handy handle on the back that makes transportation easy from one room to another. The ultra-plush, crescent moon shaped pillow provides support for your head, neck, and back for hours of comfortable gaming. Comfortable and durable, the convertible foam chair is protected by a microfiber fabric cover with a soft-to-the-touch feel and high-quality woven backing, and the cover is washer and dryer safe for an easy refresh when needed. Once you receive your chair, carefully remove it from the plastic, place inside the cover, fluff the polyfoam from the outside, and allow 3 to 7 days for it to fully expand. Additional stuffing can be requested from Cordaroy's. Choose from full size, queen size or king size in several colorways.
Tiktok made this cool game famous and your college guys can play this just about anywhere! We have this Popdarts Pro Pack Game and it is so much fun! My teens play on the kitchen counter or they play on our ping pong table and I love that they have something to do when their friends come over. These compact sets can be played wherever you go, indoors or outdoors. Popdarts stick best to smooth surfaces like a countertops, the refrigerator, a window, a car windshield, a glass door, a surfboard and more– be creative! In a world that isolates us with devices, we bring you a game that brings friends and family of all ages together, fuels creativity and challenges abilities! Place the target marker on the counter and throw darts to see which team gets closest. This game uses cancellation scoring and the team that gets the closest wins! You can find this Popdarts Pro game in a variety of colors, including USA colors or glow in the dark.
Your college age guy will be impressed with the cool features of this The North Face Recon Laptop Backpack and having a high-quality backpack for college is important. An updated version of an iconic backpack, the Recon now features a super light and durable suspension, a stretchable stash pocket, plenty of internal organization and the endorsement of the American Chiropractic Association. The main compartment has plenty or room for books and binders as well as a super protective laptop sleeve. The front compartment has room for a tablet, a zippered pocket as well as organization as well as a fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses. There are two outer mesh pockets for waterbottles, plus a quick draw pocket for a cell phone. This cool backpack comes in several colorways. Find additional colors at Zappo's. Additional colorways can be found at Backcountry.
Whether your guy is in the dorm or in his apartment, they will love this cool console, first seen on Kickstarter. Meet the Couch Console - the ultimate lifestyle game-changer to use on his bed, on the couch or by the pool. Boasting versatility, this space-saving wonder enhances couches, armchairs, and beds alike. With compartments for drinks, snacks, remotes, and more, it delivers unparalleled convenience. Keep essentials at your fingertips and banish clutter effortlessly, making the Couch Console the perfect sidekick for any space. Inspired by the convenience of car cupholders, we set out to bring that luxury to our couches. Thus, our creation - the ultimate couch accessory - was born, featuring not just a cupholder, but also a snack holder, phone stand, charging plug, remote tray, and storage area, all in a sleek, compact, and modular design. Elevate your lounging experience with our innovative and stylish solution. Choose from several colorways.
Your college guys will rave how comfortable and versatile these Lululemon ABC Slim Fit Pants are and they will be a staple piece in his closet that will last for years. These pants are made of a functional Warpstreme fabric with 4-way stretch, that makes them super comfortable. This 5-Pocket style features a classic, slim fit. I love that they pants come in a variety of both shorter and taller inseams to cater to extended sizing. Plus, these great pants come in so many great colors too.
These RDIF Blocking Magsafe Magnetic Wallets are so convenient. They magnetically adhere to the back of your phone, so there is no need to carry an extra wallet, if you don't have to. Your college guys can carry their school ID, Driver's License, their bank card and a few bills. At the end of the day, they can remove their wallet to charge their phones. It is so convenient that the wallet snaps on and off. This wallet is made of leather and a durable elastic. It is RDIF Blocking and holds up to 6 cards. This wallet is only for magsafe compatible phones or cases with the magsafe feature. Choose from four colorways.
A salesman at my local Nordstrom recommended this Valentino Uomo Born in Roma Intense as one of the hottest colognes for young guys right now. This fragrance is an outstanding tribute to Rome and its sunsets. It is a seductive, ambery fougère men's fragrance that mixes lavandin and vanilla into a hypnotic aura to glorify magnificent personalities. You can also find this fragrance at Ulta. Plus, Sephora also carries this fragrance.
Are these shoes or are these slippers? If you are looking for college guy gifts, you can't go wrong with these Ugg Tasman Slippers. Your college-age guys will wear them to the dining hall, to class and, really everywhere. They are super comfortable, warm and come in lots of great colors. These can be hard to find in stock because they are so popular. You can also find these at Dillard's.
What better way to meet other college friends or socialize in your room, with this fun GoSports Hook 21 wall mounted game. It is a fun new ring swing game that challenges players to catch the hanging ring onto the metal hook. Aim and swing the attached ring towards the target to hook it and score points. Mount this game onto almost any surface indoors or outdoors (covered location) for fun gameplay anywhere. The game board features built-in score trackers so players can easily keep track of the score and focus on your next swing. The arm of the game easily folds in for storage, when not in use. Choose from several different colorways.
Young guys can't seem get enough of Gymshark and I love that their basic pieces are more affordable than other premium athletic brands. I see so many teens wearing Gymshark clothing at our high school. This super heavyweight hoodie will keep your teens cozy and I love the vintage styling. Young guys often wear oversized sweats to school and these heavyweight slouchy jogger sweatpants will be a staple in your teen's wardrobe. Oversized is "in" and this heavyweight tee is a great lounge or workout shirt. My older teen has several pairs of these black Sport Shorts and he wears them almost daily to the gym or out with friends. They are not too long and not too short and have a zippered pockets to hold keys, their airpod case and their phone.
Now your college guy can take his coffee on-the-go with this Yeti Rambler Travel Mug. It features a stronghold lid and 360 degree welded handle. This travel mug is sturdy for even the roughest guys. Plus, he will love that the cup is designed to fit in most standard cup holders. The lid fits in various positions to accomodate righties and lefties and is dishwasher safe. Choose from a variety of cool colors.
This The North Face Aconcagua Jacket makes a great college guy gift. A good jacket makes a very practical gift idea. This stylish Men’s Aconcagua jacket includes 100% recycled body fabric on the outside, and a combination of fully recycled 600-fill down and synthetic insulation on the inside. The Men’s Aconcagua 3 Jacket also features zoned sheet insulation in the shoulders and underarm for greater freedom of movement. Choose from four great colorways. Find more colors and sizes at Zappo's. You can also find this cool coat at The North Face.
This SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker will give your college guys great portable music. Plus, it is small enough to fit in a college student's compact lifestyle. This Bose Soundlink Flex Bluetooth speaker is packed with exclusive technologies. The transducer offers clear sound and deep bass. Its digital signal processing technologies, proprietary code, and custom algorithms work together for ideal sound quality wherever you are. Really, wherever, since the SoundLink Flex is an IP67 waterproof speaker. Its exterior can handle falls, the coat won’t peel or flake, and it resists corrosion and UV light. It’s also easy to hold or store, and you can secure the outdoor speaker with its utility loop. Rigorously tested to meet an IP67 rating, the SoundLink Flex is waterproof. It floats, too, so it won’t sink if it falls off your boat. For added protection from dust and debris, the Bluetooth speaker is crafted and sealed with waterproof materials. Plus, to ensure it can travel with you, Bose subjected the outdoor speaker to water, temperature, and drop tests. These proved that it’s durable enough for anything. And its battery offers up to 12 hours of unplugged play time. The Bose Connect app lets you customize the portable speaker settings, update software, and more. A built-in microphone means you can also take and make phone calls through the SoundLink Flex. It also connects to other Bluetooth devices within 30 feet for even bigger sound. Choose from four great colors. You can also find this great speaker at Target.
If your college guy is stressed, overstimulated by the blue light of a computer, has reading strains or gets headaches, they will love this highly-reviewed, Renpho Eyeris Massaging, Heated Goggles with a convenient remote. This forehead massager has a high-tech motor, with a trigger point massage that replicates the human massage effect of squeezing and kneading, helping to refresh your eyes and make the skin around the eyes more shiny and elastic. Your student can wear this eye care machine for 15 minutes before going to bed every night, and he will be totally relaxed and enjoy a better sleep! Plus, this massager has built-in, adjustable heating pads for relaxing eye puffiness, dry eyes, etc. The hot compress can regulate the metabolism of the eyes, more effectively improve symptoms such as sore eyes, styes, dark circles. These goggles have built-in speakers and prerecorded sounds or it can be connected via Bluetooth to play your own playlists. These are USB rechargeable and are portable. They fold down into the included storage and travel bag.
If your college student has a Magsafe Apple Phone, airpods and an Apple Watch, this Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand is the holy grail of chargers. It is super high quality and features a modern design that your guys will love. It is weighted to not tip over and your guy's phone will snap right into place. This Belkin Wireless Charger stand uses MagSafe technology to ensure perfect alignment. With one hand the embedded magnetic system allows you to easily place your iPhone or Apple Watch on the charging stand without hassle. It supports Apple fast charging technology, charging at up to 15 watts for iPhone, and delivers 33% faster charging for Apple Watch Series 7 and newer models. Be sure your student has a magsafe phone and magsafe case to use this charger.
These Vintage Style New Balance 2002R Sneakers are a hot shoe for teens right now. I love New Balance shoes for the comfort and these shoes look super cool too! They come in a variety of colorways. You can find these Black and Grey colorways at New Balance. You can find several other colorways at Nordstrom.
The 47 NCAA College collection features so many of the vintage college apparel and hats that your college guys will love. There are fun hats, shirts, hoodies and more and your college guy can rep his school or favorite team. You can also find a lot of 47' brand of hats and apparel on Amazon.
Your college guys can enter a new world of listening experiences with the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones. These highly-reviewed headphones make a great splurge gift for your music lovers. These noise-cancelling headphones give you the power to personalize and control everything you hear. Enjoy long hours of music thanks to a 30-hour battery life and quick charging features. Make the best of the Smart Listening feature set, and carry conversations hands-free with the speak-to-chat feature. The touch sensor lets you navigate between songs, control volume and answer phone calls with ease. Sony's noise-cancellation technology is the best in the industry, which means you hear every detail with incredible clarity, no matter where you are.
These chill-style Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed Shoes are super popular with the young boys. My son has a pair and he loves that they are super easy to slip on and comfortable too. You can find these in black, tan, suede, oiled leather and more. They are a popular shoe style and can often sell out in some colors. You can also find these shoes at Finishline, at Urban Outfitters, or you can find these at Nordstrom.
Pura Vida has been popular for young women for quite a while and they have a lot of cool new, affordable Men's pieces. I love the Stainless Steel Rolo Chain Necklace that will not tarnish and comes in silver, black and gold colorways. There is also a matching Stainless Steel Rolo Bracelet and cool stainless rings. I also think the beaded men's bracelets for your guy are cool, to compliment his chill style.
Your college guy will love Luna’s soft weighted cooling comforter is made of high quality, 100% Oeko-Tex certified breathable, soft cotton and filled with premium glass beads, for maximum comfort all day and night! The weight of the blanket is intended to provide deep touch pressure stimulation, which is intended to provide a calming effect to promote relaxation. Sleep peacefully with this soft weighted comforter. The quilted premium weighted blanket pattern holds the premium glass bead filling in place so you never have to worry about the weight bunching or pooling. Luna’s innovative, smart design evenly distributes the weight to your body. This weighted blanket is machine washable and hang to dry or dry on low. Choose from several great colors and sizes. Be sure to check the size chart to choose the correct weight of blanket.
Get your college guy started with taking care of his skin with this Jack Black Skin Saviors Kit. This great set includes the Daily Facial Cleanser, the Face Buff Energizing Scrub, the Double Duty Face Moisteriser and the Intense Therapy Lip Balm. You can also find this great set at Ulta.
These popular Stanley Ice Flow Stainless Steel Tumblers with a lid and straw can hold 30 oz of thirst-quenching beverage to power your guy through his longest days; Perfect for drinking water, smoothies, or iced coffee; Just fill it up and get on with your day. It is constructed with double-wall vacuum insulation and 18/8 stainless steel, your drinks will stay nice and chilled for 12 hours or iced for up to 2 days. Plus it can take a beating and is 100% free of BPA material.
You can't go wrong with Lululemon for your college guy and this makes a great gift for guys who hate buying their own clothes. This Steady State Lululemon Hoodie is super soft and cozy and make a great splurge gift. It is designed for your guy on-the-move. This nice hoodie comes in several great colors.
If your college guy doesn't have a lot of room for a bigger set of tools, this Leatherman Rev Multitool is high quality and super useful. This all-new multitool allows you to grab a toolbox's worth of functionality and keep it at your fingertips, no matter where you might be: under the hood, at the campground, finishing a fixit project, or cracking open a drink at the tailgate. The Rev features 14 indispensable tools, an outside-accessible blade and a replaceable pocket clip. The 14-in-1 tools includes Needlenose and regular pliers, hard and regular wire cutters, wire stripper, knife, package opener, wood/metal file, can and bottle openers, ruler, Phillips screwdrivers and more.
This handy, Oceas Waterproof Outdoor Blanket is the perfect companion for all of your college guy's outdoor adventures! Whether he's heading to the beach, camping in the mountains, or enjoying a day at the park, this cool and functional blanket will keep him cozy and dry. It's made with high-quality waterproof materials that can withstand even the harshest weather conditions.
This affordable, small Cardinal Classics Poker Set includes everything you need to play poker. Your college student can get together with the guys for game night. This set includes 300 professional weight poker chips, 1 deck of cards, 1 dealer button, 2 betting buttons, 5 poker dice, and instructions. Your college guy will love the sturdy and convenient aluminum storage case to carry his casino chips and playing cards.
Make your college guy laugh with these funny Lazy One Silly Pun PJ Pants. Each pair of pajama pants features a humorous design, often paired with a cartoon and punny saying. These novelty pants are sure to make your guy laugh with their clever jokes. No need for uncomfortable or inconvenient pajama pants! These men's pajama pants feature a plush-backed elastic waist for a comfortable fit and a button fly. These pants are preshrunk and made of 100% premium cotton, making them super soft. Choose from so many funny animal pj pants. See the huge selection of funny pj pants.
Let's face it, guys spend a ton of time in bed and they will love this high quality, modern Bedshelfie that fits right to his bed. This cool shelf was featured on Kickstarter and Business insider and your teen will love storing his things on this Bedshelfie. No tools or assembly is needed and it attaches to bed frames (up to 2.1 inches) using a clamp with thick felt to prevent scratching (Patent Pending). It safely holds up to 15 pounds of bedside items (13 inch MacBook, phone, iPad, Kindle, remote, water, books) within arm's reach while he relaxes. Choose from several different colors and sizes and now you can get the Bedshelfie Slide to fit other types of beds.
Your college guys will love this highly-reviewed, cool Mood Lighting Light Bar Set. These make cool room or gaming area decor and I love that these light bars have stands so you don't have to stick the light bars to the wall! This set has Two-Way Installation: Attach the smart light to the back of your TV or PC with strong adhesive. Or, use the stands provided for an easy set-up next to or behind the screen. These ambient lights are quick to install and easy to operate. Govee light bars can react and move to the beat of your music, movie, and gaming audio for an immersive sound and light experience like no other. Plus they work with Alexa and Google Assistant via WiFi to effortlessly control these gaming light bars features hands-free, including on/off, brightness, colors, and even lighting effects. Your college guy can customize the exact light you want with Govee Home App. Control segmented color and brightness, group with other Govee lights by rooms, automate lighting schedules, and discover more user-generated effects in the Light Studio.
Hoka Clifton 9 shoes make a great gift for college guys that love to hit the gym. These shoes are great for walking, running, or if you are just on your feet for long periods of time. Your guys will finally feel comfort with these lightweight running shoe fortified with ample cushioning and a reflective heel panel for heightened visibility. Choose from several cool colorways.
Herschel is one of my favorite brands as their bags are guaranteed against defects and they stand behind their products and this bag will even withstand your college guy. The Novel duffle is an ideal weekender that features a functional side-access shoe compartment, keeping footwear separate and easily accessible. This bag is made of heavy duty canvas and has reinforced carrying handles, a detachable padded shoulder strap and custom striped fabric lining. It qualifies as a carry-on with most major airlines. This classic bag comes in so many great colors. You can also find the Herschel Novel Duffle at Tilly's.
If your college guy loves his protein shakes, this super unique shaker makes a great gift. Unlike other protein shakers, Shakesphere shaker tumblers don’t use a mixing ball or mesh grid to mix your ingredients. Instead, the patented capsule shape does the mixing by continually sending your ingredients around the capsule without getting stuck in corners. Your Shakes and drinks get blended smoothly and effectively, helping avoid lumps. Plus, this version includes a viewing window so you can see whether your shake is mixed. Our patented capsule shape with zero corners ensures that no powder gets stuck - avoid all those stale odors of other products and make cleaning up a breeze! Made from BPA free Tritan plastic, ShakeSphere’s rugged and sturdy design is freezer safe. This shaker is hand-wash only.
Spikeball has become popularm classic game for guys of all ages. The Spikeball Standard Set spices things up for our tailgate party, the beach, the gym, or the backyard. This set includes everything we need for a 2-on-2 Spikeball tournament—three regular balls, the netted hoop set, a storage bag, and the rule book. This set breaks down and stores in the included bag for easy storage.
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