Last Updated on December 13, 2025 by Alexandra Markin, Dip.Mgmt.St.
Looking for a list of Christmas stocking stuffers for college students? As a college student myself, I’ve got you covered!
A stocking is one of my favorite parts of Christmas gifting because often it’s these small, thoughtful surprises that make someone’s morning.
I put a lot of time and effort into curating my gift guides and I keep them updated throughout the year as I work through my online undergraduate degree. I’m very lucky to have received many of these cute stocking stuffers, and they’ve helped make my college journey easier.
From affordable finds to small and unique items, these stocking stuffer ideas for college students are great for self-care, dorm life, apartment living or just making those long study sessions more enjoyable.
The items on this list are perfect for teens, young adults or online students!
Christmas Stocking Stuffer Ideas for College Students
I’ve put together this gift guide using my list of best stocking stuffers for college students you can buy all from Amazon to make your holiday shopping easier!
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1. Gua Sha
A gua sha is a small skincare tool designed to gently massage the face, helping improve circulation and reduce puffiness. Suitable for everyone, it’s a unique stocking stuffer idea to upgrade their self-care routine.
2. 10′ iPhone/iPad Charging Cable
A 10′ phone charging cable is necessary for taking scrolling breaks on the couch or in bed – the standard cables are always way too short to be truly useful. If they’re like me, I read my digital textbook on the couch and my devices always need charging.
3. Small Mesh Laundry Bag
A must-have for machine washing small laundry items such as lingerie, headbands or sleep masks to prevent them from getting tangled.
4. Silk Sleep Mask
A silk sleep mask blocks out light to help create a calm, dark environment for better sleep. Available in multiple colors to suit their style, these masks are soft and lightweight – perfect for dorm rooms, travel or daytime naps at home.
5. Lip Balm
Multiple lip balms are always needed, and it’s one of the best small stocking stuffers you can give!
6. Mini Portable Charger for iPhone & Apple Watch
If they love the Apple ecosystem, this trendy mini portable charger works for both the iPhone and Apple watch! This small, lightweight charger lives in my bag and has saved me many times.
7. Blemish Patches
The Mighty Patch™ is the original, award-winning acne patch that improves the look of pimples overnight without picking or popping, perfect for alleviating college stress!
8. Playing Cards
A pack of classic playing cards is one of those cheap stocking stuffers that is always appreciated.
9. Daily Facial Moisturizer
I love the Cetaphil line, but especially this moisturizer. Lightweight and formulated for all skin types, this 3oz bottle can go anywhere and is a perfect small stocking stuffer every student will appreciate.
10. Large Hair Claw Clips
A must-have for study sessions! These large claw clips for long hair are sturdy and come in multiple color options. Claw clips are something you can never have enough of.
11. Small Hair Claw Clips
Sometimes you just want your hair half up, so small hair claw clips are perfect for that. I always keep a pile of these on my desk.
12. Stress & Strength Balls
Perfect for study breaks, exam anxiety relief or fidgeting during long lectures. I personally think they help strengthen and exercise my hands with all the note taking I do as a college student.
13. Corded Headphones
A unique and thoughtful stocking stuffer, corded headphones are essential to have as backup when battery life fails on bluetooth. I can’t tell you how many times my bluetooth battery died mid study session and I wish I had a backup I could just plug in without losing focus.
14. Tea Bags
Individually wrapped tea bags are the perfect addition to any stocking stuffer. Nighy Night tea is a great way to gift a busy college student relaxation in a mug.
15. Gua Sha & Jade Roller Set
A unique stocking stuffer that’s a perfect 2-in-1 self-care gift.
16. Satin Hair Scrunchies
A must-have for long study sessions, tying up hair on-the-go, or keeping hair tangle free when sleeping. You can never have too many hair scrunchies!
17. Chocolate Balls
An essential for all student stockings, these festive Lindt milk chocolate balls are a must.
18. Apple AirTags
Know someone in college who is always misplacing their stuff? Help them track keys, backpacks or luggage and not worry about losing items ever again.
19. Handheld Milk Frother
I love to froth the milk that goes in my morning coffee! Perfect for dorms or small apartments with minimal counter space.
20. Colored Fineliners Set
These are my favorite colored fineliners for note taking and bullet journaling, and they come in a cute, clear container.
Stuffing the Stocking
The best stocking stuffers for college students include thoughtful items that will make their college journey easier.
No matter what you choose, I hope this guide helps you find unique and useful gifts they’ll love and reach for long after the holidays are over.
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and happy holiday season!
I’d love to hear from you – which stocking stuffers would you want to unwrap this Christmas? Let me know in the comments!
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