This guide is all about college bags.
College is different than High school in many ways BUT you will still need a bag to carry around your supplies.
In this guide, we will be going over bags to bring to college that is useful but also cute and stylish. The right bag should be one that works for you and your course load. For instance, do you want a charging port or a lunch box? If so, we have those included below.
I love shopping on Amazon because of the fast shipping and great deals so I have included links to all the college bags straight to Amazon. These college bags below are perfect for any student who is ready for a new bag.
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The Best Backpacks (& Bags) For College Students To Use
MY FAVORITE BACKPACK!
I use this backpack right now for college and I LOVE IT!
I bought mine about 3 years ago and it has no tears or stains. This bookbag has gone through the rain, road trips, and school, and if it were to break tomorrow – I’m rebuying it. It is currently listed on Amazon for $99 and below is a review I found on it.
“My niece is a freshman in college and has used this backpack for 4 years and it is still holding up well. No tears or holes. When my middle school daughter’s other backpack broke after only 3 weeks into the school year, I told her to research a sturdy backpack. The research lead her to The North Face Borealis School Laptop Backpack. ” – Amazon Review.
The EVERYTHING Backpack.
I called this college bag the “everything” backpack because it seriously has everything you want. The backpack above has a charging port, tons of storage, anti-theft pocket, 4 separate compartments, and so much more. If you are wanting to travel or keep this for years, highly recommend checking this one out!
Did I also mention it is water resistant AND under $30?!
“I’ve had this backpack for 2.5 years now. I’ve taken it everywhere. 60 flights, all kinds of travel, around town, to friends’ places. I’ve abused the hell out of it, and it still looks as good as the day I bought it. Virtually no signs of wear anywhere. As long as it isn’t some twelve year old in Bangladesh making this thing, this backpack alone is a triumph of modernity. The price is ridiculous. It should cost twice as much for how sharp and unbelievably durable it is.” – Amazon review.
Vintage College Bag.
Are you not a big fan of modern bookbags? Then how about this one?
This one is on Amazon for about $36 and also comes with a USB port making it easy to charge your electronics on the go.
“I LOVE this backpack. To carry my school supplies around in, as my old backpack was extremely worn out and not my favorite for holding everything I needed. I have a large laptop (about 15 inches) that fits perfectly in the laptop compartment, so I no longer have things scraping against it. The rest of the space inside the bag allows me to easily store textbooks, notebooks, and my planner with ease.” – Amazon review.
The Fashion Bag.
I’m referring to this one as the “fashion” bag because of how stylish it is. Like how freakin cute?!
This bag also has its own charging port, laptop protection, multiple compartments, and waterproof capabilities. Amazon currently has it listed for $60 (on sale now for $39.99!).
“I’m already in love with this backpack. I use it for school and it fits my laptop without feeling super heavy and I can’t fit all my notebooks and books inside it with no struggle. I also love how the side pockets extend a little and fits my water bottle so I don’t have to carry it in my hand.” – Amazon review.
Jester Laptop Backpack
The only problem with this college bag is the fact there is no small pocket in the front BUT there are two separate compartments for notebooks and your computer. This one is smaller so if you want a smaller backpack and don’t plan on carrying around a lot of supplies – this is the one for you.
“Perfect size bag for work. It fits everything I need (laptop, charger, notebook). There’s a padded pocket that helps protect my laptop when it’s in there. The smaller section at the front also has a zip pocket inside, so my valuables are secure.” – Amazon review.
The lightweight.
This bag is exactly what the title is implying – lightweight!
It also comes in multiple different colors so fear not if green is not your favorite color. However, I would not recommend buying this bag if you are someone who needs tons of space and wants to load book after book in.
“I got this backpack a while ago and think it’s pretty nice. It had started to fray a little while ago around the shoulder straps so it’ll snap soon, but its been in decent condition for around 6 months. It looks nice but won’t last you long. To give opposition, I was carrying around 10-15lbs (it felt like that much) of content so that also contributed to the fraying. It’s definitely nice for light stuff and looks nice!” – Amazon review.
The Classic.
The bag above can be found on Amazon for about $30 and has over 12,000 amazing reviews.
There really isn’t much on this backpack – it is your classic. It’s cheap and it works well.
“I love this backpack! I’ve been on the hunt for quite a while for a new black backpack with a lot of room and this fits the bill perfectly! It’s very big and has a lot of pockets so that I can fit all of my books and big folders with some extra space left. I have no complaints so far and I definitely recommend this backpack! I couldn’t be more pleased!!” – Amazon review.
Bag with Suspension.
This bag is perfect if you plan on carrying a lot of supplies but still want a cute bookbag. The bag above comes with its very own suspension giving your back a much-needed break. It is on sale for $39.99 right now.
“This is fabulous purchase. Great value for money. The pattern and design is attractive. I bought it for my teenage daughter for school. It’s super spacious and fits her books, flasks and all required items for school. She loves it !!!” – Amazon review.
Adidas Bag.
You may have some of their clothes in your closet but how are their bags? Very good. They use recycled plastic to make their bags and give you a lifetime warranty in case it ever does break. Not only would you be helping the environment but you only need to buy 1 bag for a lifetime.
Jansport Simple.
Jansport backpacks have been around since I was in middle school. It is another classic that stays in style. This comes in 21 colors and even has padding for your laptop.
“I’ve had a Jansport for about 10 years and it’s in perfect condition! The zippers never failed, the sewing never came undone, it’s a great backpack brand! I got this particular one for my father who wanted to use it as a personal item on flights.” – Amazon review.
Himawari Backpack.
I love this bag. It comes in 39 colors and this style is definitely in trend.
Large Backpack Generous enough to accommodate a 15″ computer, tablet, glasses, wallet, keys, earphones, cell phone, documents, and clothes. This bag also has its own USB charging port and separate compartments.
“I bought this as a nursing student doing clinicals in a hospital setting. Now I am a RN in a school setting and I still use this bag! It has SO much storage and I love the wide-open top with the zipper. The water bottle pockets on the sides are very snug. SUPER durable and mine has no signs of wear – I’ve had it for 2 years now. I would totally recommend this bag.” – Amazon review.
Favorite color backpack.
Who doesn’t like the color purple? I do and if you’re the same, why not check out this bag?
This college bag has a USB charging port, lots of pockets, an anti-theft design, and so much more. It is currently priced at $32 and has a 30-day return.
“I got this originally for me taking classes in college. I love the fact that it’s purple (my favorite color). It is a really good size, has lots of pockets, a wonderful charger, pockets for waters/drinks on either size. I would highly recommend this!” – Amazon review.
Business Bag.
This bag screams college business class to me. It has plenty of space for your books while not looking bulky. Currently, the bag is listed for $50 and has over 24,000 reviews.
“Bought this to replace my northface backpack that was very worn down after years of use. I’ve had it for about and month and I am liking it 100x more. First off, there is so much space and different pockets in each section. It is very compact while also fitting so much stuff. I am very organized, and this backpack is perfect for it.” – Amazon review.
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Another Amazing Basic.
“I love this backpack! I’ve been on the hunt for quite a while for a new black backpack with a lot of room and this fits the bill perfectly! It’s very big and has a lot of pockets so that I can fit all of my books and big folders with some extra space left. I have no complaints so far and I definitely recommend this backpack! I couldn’t be more pleased!!” – Amazon review.
Laptop College Bag.
“This bag is awesome for keeping my laptop notebooks and pens and pencils organized. It has so many pockets that are useful and helps me stay organized!” – Amazon review.
Ever Advanced.
“Bought the red and black bag for my wife, because those are her school colors. It’s durable and has a lot of room with 3 pockets and places for a water bottle on both sides. It even has a special spot for her laptop.” – Amazon review.
If you want a Cheap College Bag.
“Considering that this backpack is pretty cheap compared to what you might find at Target or Staples, the quality is shockingly good. Doesn’t feel cheaply made, and there’s multiple storage pockets as well as pockets to hold your water bottle. Forgot to bring my backpack with me when I packed for college and was looking for an affordable option–this definitely is perfectly!” – Amazon review.
HELLA Storage College Bag
This is the college bag for you IF you are planning to carry around every single notebook you own. The bag above can fit your computer, notebooks, books, supplies, computers, and everything in between.
“I bought this bag 1 1/2 years ago. That may not seem long to you, but it has been loaded to the extreme for all of that time. My youngest son refuses to use his locker. He loads the entire bag to it’s most extreme capacity. I’d say this is somewhere around 55-60 pounds of books, etc.
When the shoulder straps finally gave way to the weight and my son’s brutal treatment, I didn’t hesitate to immediately order him another one.” – Amazon review.
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