Fun Stocking Stuffer Ideas for College

Stuff his stocking with things to make his college life easier and more fun.

College students are often living on their own for the first time in their life. Consequently, they need plenty of small things — perfect for stocking stuffers — for their home and life, especially if their home is a tiny apartment or dorm room. Stocking stuffers can not only be fun, but also useful. Most stocking stuffers are relatively inexpensive, making it easier to purchase multiple items to make their Christmas an even more exciting time.

Lottery Tickets

Worried about those college loans or that his degree won’t pay off right away? Slip a few scratchers or lottery tickets into his stocking and he just might hit the jackpot. Lottery tickets add some fun and curiosity to a stocking stuffer, as your $2 gift may be worth $500.

USB flash drive

College students often have to transport computer files from one computer to another, such as from the computer in their dorm room to a computer on campus. That’s why giving a USB flash drive can be a helpful gift. USB flash drives come in a variety of storage capabilities, and can usually fit in a pocket or purse, making it easy to carry around.

Ramen

Ramen is the inexpensive choice for many college students that are eating on a budget. Ramen’s relatively small size make it possible to slip one or two in a college stocking, making for an inexpensive, quick meal after she’s finally digested that large Christmas dinner.

Toiletries

College students need a large number of toiletries they probably hadn’t even considered after living at home for so many years. Many fit in a stocking, such as toothpaste, toothbrush, floss, moisturizer, shampoo, hand soap, body soap, headache and pain medication, medication for upset stomach, razors and shaving cream.

Gift Cards

Gift cards allow people to choose what they want to buy, which works great for college students whose interests frequently change. It’s easy to slip one or more gift cards into a stocking. Ideas include gift cards for restaurants, grocery stores, music stores and gas.

Snacks

Studying for finals is stressful. Eating a tasty snack can ease the stress and tedium. Throw in a couple candy bars and other treats into the stocking, which can be used in the future when the college student needs a boost.

References

• Public Relation Matters; Stocking Stuffers for your College Student; Barbara Nixon; Dec 2008

Resources

• Gifts.com; Stocking Stuffers for Teens