Maybe it's the 12-page research paper you saved for the last minute. Maybe it's the midterm counting for 50 percent of your grade that you neglected to care about. Either way, at some point during your college career (maybe more than a few times) you will certainly have to pull an all-nighter to get your duties done. Here is a list of all the things you'll need to get you through this unfortunate night:

1. Post-its, highlighters, index cards and tape.

You won't use any of this, but t least people will think you're being super efficient and fancy.

2. Not, not, NOT sweatpants.

Being too comfy will only make you want to curl up in bed and call it a night even sooner.

3. A steady 10-minute-increment alarm clock.

This way your power naps don't seduce you too deep into slumber.

4. Body-rotting liquid energy.

It may not be the best for your body, but it may be the life raft for your GPA.

5. A little bit of something to gnash on.

Edible fuel will save your life.

6. Headphones to blast your mixed tape.

Nothing gets you through a night like some inspirational mood music.

7. A sugary boost for your second wind.

When the energy juice fails, always have a backup plan.

8. A photograph of your mortal enemy.

Fact: no one can sleep while enraged and ready for a fight club.

9. Instant access to social media and cat videos.

Study breaks are unavoidable and must be efficient.

10. Puff's Plus tissues.

You're going to cry. At least make sure the tissues are good to your face.

11. Three fluffy pillows, a soft blanket and your childhood stuffed penguin.

Lay down little soldier; your fight is over. You have an hour until class. Take a rest.

12. The number of that kid you said "Bless you" to 27 days ago.

He owes you one.

All-nighters are stressful, emotional and unavoidable. Even the most efficient and diligent students will have to stay up through the night to complete an assignment at some point. Maybe the next time you get assigned a super-long paper, you'll think twice before putting it off...but probably not.