Advent calendars are having a moment – and we’re loving it for college students. Not just for little kids anymore, advent calendars are a great way to give a gift that keeps on giving, even when our kids are away from home.
Whether your student is counting down to finals or to winter break, there’s just something about a little surprise each day that makes the season brighter. 28 ideas below! Click to jump to each category ->
Anthropology 24 Days of Beauty
A super popular advent box that sells out EARLY every year!
OPI x m&m’s Nail Advent Calendar
Twelve mini OPI polishes to sweeten their nail game.
24 days of makeup and self-care favorites!
Puzzle‑based challenges for every day of the month. Have some after class with less screen time.
Unwrap one surprise each day for 24 days with mini-figures and build‑up to the holidays in the Wizarding World.
TeenyMates College Football Minis
Twenty‑four surprises featuring NCAA teams, puzzle pieces and figures. Must‑have for the college sports fan.
One envelope for 12 days of specialty hot cocoa in fun seasonal flavors.
Madelaine Chocolate & Candy Advent Calendar
Twelve days of popular artisan fruit spread mini’s.
Choose from coffee or hot chocolate – perfect for those late‑night study sessions or early mornings in the dorm.
Our favorite DIY way to count down to finals or the holidays! Check out our 99 small gift ideas to get started.
We’ve created gift guides just for your older teen or college student to make shopping easier! Shop all of our Holiday Gift Guides
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