Having a fully charged phone is the top safety idea and this new power bank from Anker is a fantastic new device that can help your daughter keep her phone powered up while she is on the go. No need for cables, a phone fits right into the charging connector.
COMFY. Check. COZY. Check. COLORFUL. Check. This set of three adorable ankle socks from Bombas checks all our gifting boxes. Plus, this gift gives back: for every sock purchased, one will be given to a person experiencing homelessness.
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lululemon remains a super-popular brand among college women and this jacket would be a versatile choice for a Christmas gift. She can wear it to the gym or to class or out at night. Choose one of 13 pretty colors.
This lap desk is so much more comfortable and functional than the lap desks you might have used in the past. With a built-in mouse pad and phone slot, there is ventilation for a laptop which makes this an ideal gift for anyone on your list.
When we asked our community what bags their daughters LOVE, Kate Spade was one of the brands that kept coming up. This cute bag is in the crescent shape that is so on trend right now. Available in three colors including a very pretty pink, gingerbread and black.
The very popular Stanley Quencher is available in 20 colors and multiple sizes. This is a trendy gift as well as one that is practical as your college daughter will have a cold drink to take with her to stay hydrated as she goes about her busy day on campus.
Levoit is a highly-rated brand of air purifier, and now they have the mini model with a HEPA filter, which your daughter can use in her dorm room or college apartment to filter smoke, allergens, pet dander, odor, and dust. Add a few drops of essential oils to create a pleasing scent. Weighs just 1.3 pounds.
These are the best face masks and are only one dollar each if you buy a 12-pack. They are made with antioxidants and natural, cruelty-free ingredients. This is a thoughtful gift to encourage your daughter to take time for self-care.
This is the perfect beach towel for teens or college students. It is super soft, absorbent, and rolls up very small to fit in any bag. Royal blue is out of stock but the other colors are still available.
Having a pair of good sneakers is definitely necessary for any college girl. Available in 38 different colors, these sneakers are breathable, machine washable, lightweight, flexible, and have a removable, dual-density insole for cushioning and support.
These are another style of sneaker that are very trendy among college girls. These are also very comfortable walking shoes, and can be dressed up or dressed down. Plus, with the double swoosh logos, you get a more unique, layered look.
This bedside caddy is especially useful for the dorms and throughout college since most dorms/furnished apartments do not come with nightstands. This can be used to store a phone, books, glasses, snacks, and drinks.
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The best gifts for college students should be something that will make their school experience more enjoyable and productive. And no, we're not just talking about academic planners, pens, and shower caddies (though those are definitely dorm room essentials). Instead, we're thinking of useful and small gifts that will impress your favorite students and maybe help them feel more comfortable while away from home.
You don't have to shell out hundreds of dollars for the perfect present for teens. Our list has popular gems that fit all types of budgets (we promise even the under $20 gifts won't disappoint). We guarantee you'll find something useful (like this bedshelfie). So what are you waiting for? It's time to go shopping.
College students who have a hard time falling asleep or who just want to feel like you're there wrapping them in a hug can find comfort in a soft, weighted blanket. Be sure to choose one based on their size.
These color cubes serve multiple uses for budding beauty pros. Chill mode (pop them in a cup of cold water or the freezer) helps with facial puffiness after a late night of studying. Or drop in warm water and use to massage away any tension or prep for skincare.
Who says college students are too old for a night light? This little device is a night light, speaker, and sound machine rolled into one. They can turn their room into a planetarium with the star projecting light, and then doze off to their favorite playlist.
Their sleep setup may be temporary but it can still feel as cozy as home. Not only do these comfy sheets have over 5,000 five-star Amazon reviews, they come in a wide range of colors and more importantly that odd dorm bedding twin XL size.
Storage space is limited in the dorms, but this faux leather train case will keep their growing makeup collection in order. It holds upright bottles, makeup palettes, and almost every other necessity for countless looks.
Whether they swim, play lacrosse, cheer, or just like to stay fit, recovery post activity is key. This handheld massager comes with three different treatment heads to knock out muscle soreness before their next practice.
A bit of DIY is needed for this cryo face mask, but the benefits are worth the work. Mix the included turmeric powder with water and then pop the tray in the freezer. Once set, glide over the face and let the combo of cool and brightening ingredients take down puffiness while diminishing dark spots.
No matter how near or far they have to travel, a sturdy set of luggage will make hauling items to and from campus a lot easier. The five-piece set comes with three different-sized suitcases, a weekender duffle, and a toiletries bag.
Some of my college friends said that bluetooth headphones have been their favorite purchase of the year and that they didn't know how they lived without them before (slightly dramatic, but you can clearly tell these are a hit).
Not only can it help you stay organized and on top of your work, an Apple Watch can also help look at your fitness and sleep patterns. This is a bigger gift, but one of the most wanted Christmas gifts for college girl.
Okay, totally kidding. But seriously, a good jacket is so essential for anywhere that gets cold. Most of college students classes require a walk and colleges don't cancel classes easily for snow/cold weather.
The Yeti Tumblr is truly the best insulated travel mug and keeps your drink hot all through the day. Plus, it doesn't spill which is very important. If you don't like white, there are 12 other colors to choose from.
I would say these are the most popular style Ray-Bans for students but there are all different kinds of styles, so make sure to see which one you think they would like best! Quay is another super popular brand that I absolutely love!
Do you think these same people would pay to have help completing their FAFSA? Rather than wait in a long line in a financial aid office, would they rather go sit in a cushy chair across from a personalized advisor, and pay to have help filling out the FAFSA?
Consider this, FAFSA.com, the non-government entity run by Student Financial Aid Services, Inc. completes tens of thousands of FAFSA applications each year and they charge $79 for each application. People still pay this fee even though the FAFSA can be completed for free at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Why do people pay this? To be fair, I know that many folks stumble across FAFSA.com and think it is the official government site, even though it clearly states it is not. SO a portion of these customers are there because of a lack of knowledge.
In talking with a number of these folks, they view it as no different than paying someone else to complete their taxes each year. They know they could do it themselves for free, but they are too busy/confused/lazy to do it themselves.
These are the questions that I am wrestling with. There are many other physical limitations to a service of this kind, but before I move any further in the planning phase of this business, I need to iron out the ethical dilemmas.
As you can likely deduce from the working title, the book is a non-fiction guide to helping students, parents, and other family members make smart decisions with college financing. I introduce some unconventional means of raising money to pay for college, and hope to provide a great resource for anyone struggling with the rising costs of college.
I also plan to post outlines, chapters, and excerpts from my ongoing book project here on Money for College Project. My goal is to hold myself accountable to you through my blog, and I hope you will help by calling me out on my progress, and checking in to see how things are coming.
By now you have likely heard that last Friday, Congress failed to pass an extension which would keep student loan interest rates low. Because of this failure, yesterday, Stafford Subsidized student loans doubled in interest rate from 3.4% to 6.8%!
Yes, these are the loans that are made available to students who come from low to middle income families and also qualify for the Federal Pell Grant. Yes, these are need based loans that just received a doubling of their interest rates.
Both isles of Congress seem fairly set on passing legislation that will reduce these interest rates back to their former levels, but for now, the infighting has prevented any actual measures being passed. Until Congress takes action and changes this interest rate back, any new Stafford loan disbursements made after July 1, 2013 will be under the new interest rate increase. The good news is that if Congress does pass this measure, it would be retroactive in time for the upcoming Fall 2013 semester. So please let your Congressman know how much you would like the interest rates to stay at 3.4%.
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