Are you struggling with what to find your college-aged child, friend, or sibling? Are you lacking creativity or cash? Well, you clicked on the right article. Here are 7 Christmas gifts that college students actually need:

1. Target/Amazon Gift Cards

If your student is hard to shop for, you cannot go wrong with a Target or Amazon gift card. These are staple shopping spots for college-aged kids, and this is a gift that I can guarantee won't go to waste.

2. A Fuzzy Blanket

Another great gift that will get put to use. This is something that students on a tighter budget won't really buy for themselves, but could definitely use, especially in these cold, winter months!

Find on Amazon for $28.00

3. College Apparel

Because the 15 sweatshirts, 20+ t-shirts, 4 pairs of sweatpants, and socks that they already have aren't enough.

Find on Amazon for $23.85

4. Snacks

If you're on a tight budget, fill up a basket with non-perishable snacks and candy for your student! Trust me, college students can NEVER say no to free food and they'll love you for it.

5. A Subscription Box

This is a unique gift that just keeps on giving. A subscription to a service like BirchBox (for men, too!), Ipsy, HelloFresh, NatureBox, etc. is a great way to give to your college student (every month)!

6. An Essential Oil Diffuser

Assuming that these are legal in their dorm room, an essential oil diffuser is a great idea for your stressed college student. These are pretty affordable and available on Amazon, and don't forget to add some oils to your cart, too!

Find on Amazon for $32.00

7. Cold, Hard Cash

For real, though.

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