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11 Great Gifts Under $10 On Amazon.com

For a broke college student like me.

Casey Zimmerman

Dec 19, 2018

Shippensburg University

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The holidays are in full swing, which means family, friends, and of course, gifts. Your friends and family are expecting gifts from you and you want to get them the best things because of how much they mean to you. However, you don't have a lot of money to spend because you're a broke college student.

Don't fear though, because here's a list of 11 gifts under $10 that you can order from Amazon.com. If you're a prime member, you'll get free shipping and your perfect gift will be there in less than 3 days!

These gifts are perfect for your best friend, your boyfriend/girlfriend, parents, aunts, uncles, or even for a Pollyanna game you play!

1. Rose-Shaped Soaps- $9.99

Perfect for your mom, girlfriend, or any other woman in your life. Smells great and looks beautiful. Buy them here.

2. 8 Reusable Straws- $7.99

For the person in your life that wants to save the earth. Also comes with 2 tools to clean the straws. Buy them here.

3. Skull Succulent Holder- $8.99

This is a perfect idea for a college student who loves succulents and home decor. Buy it here.

4. Mind and Balance Candle: $9.99

Great gift for people in your life who are spiritual and engage in activities like meditation or yoga. Buy it here.

5. 60 Variety Tea Bags- $6.80

For someone who loves to drink tea. Comes with 12 different flavors of tea. Buy it here.

6. The Body Shop Gift Set- $10.00

The scent is Peppermint Candy Cane Delight. Smells great and is a great gift for the holidays! Buy it here.

7. Warm White LED String Lights- $8.99

These lights would look perfect in someone's bed room or dorm room. Buy it here.

8. Teardrop Drop Earrings- $9.99

Get these unique looking earrings for any special woman in your life. Buy them here.

9. Beard Grooming and Care Set- $10.00

For that person in your life who just really loves their beard. Buy it here.

10. 5 Pack Wool Socks- $7.99

For the people who are actually excited to open up socks on Christmas morning. Buy them here.

11. Velvet Throw Blanket- $9.99

LIterally everyone would love a soft blanket as a gift. Buy it here.

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11 Great Gifts Under $10 On Amazon.com

For a broke college student like me.

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1. Rose-Shaped Soaps- $9.99

2. 8 Reusable Straws- $7.99

3. Skull Succulent Holder- $8.99

4. Mind and Balance Candle: $9.99

5. 60 Variety Tea Bags- $6.80

6. The Body Shop Gift Set- $10.00

7. Warm White LED String Lights- $8.99

8. Teardrop Drop Earrings- $9.99

9. Beard Grooming and Care Set- $10.00

10. 5 Pack Wool Socks- $7.99

11. Velvet Throw Blanket- $9.99

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College athletes, it's time we talk about sports hygiene.

1. It's just the basics.

2. Just an easy tip.

3. As a college student, I get it.

4. Time to be real.

5. Shower right after.

6. Another get real moment.

7. Take home your clothes.

8. Be nice!

9. Disinfect!

10. Just keep up with yourself.

What would I do without my mom?

1. “Good luck today! I believe in you and always will.”

2. “Everything will be OK.”

3. “Do you want to come home for the weekend?”

4. “Don’t stress! Stress causes pimples and we don’t want that!”

5. “Look out for a care package coming in the mail.”

6. “You are so bright; I know you can get through this."

7. “Take a break and relax for a little, you’ve been working so hard.”

8. “Go out with your friends, have some fun. Use your card, I will refill it.”

9. “Take a deep breath.”

10. “Everything will work out the way it's supposed to.”

11. "I love you."

She's got your back with everything that college throws at you.

1. Doctor.

2. Nutritionist.

3. Personal trainer.

4. Tutor.

5. Stylist.

6. Babysitter.

7. Therapist.

Just some relatable college student advice! Yes, you aren’t the only one!

1. Don’t buy Textbooks the first week of class.

2. Ratemyprofessor.com! PLEASE use it!

3. Don’t wear your lanyard or ID around your neck, it makes it obvious for everyone to know you’re a freshman.

4. Always bring a charger or headphones wherever you go.

5. Don’t miss out on the free food on campus.

6. You don’t always need to dress up…Trust Me!

7. Get More Involved!

8. Don’t feel pressured to hook-up with anyone.

9. The Freshman 15 is REAL! Don’t brush it off!

10. It’s OK to say NO!

11. Drinking / Partying doesn’t equal popularity.

12. Try to spend less time in your dorm.

13. It’s OK to change your major!

14. Always take an Uber or Lyft!

15. Never go to a party alone!

16. Start your resume early.

17. Keep your door open when in your room.

18. Get to know your professors.

19. You don’t really need an unlimited meal plan.

20. Procrastinate = LATE!

21. If you need to…sleep!

22. It’s also OK to say ‘no’ to going out all the time!

23. Take advantage of the free stuff on campus!

24. Not everyone in college drinks.

25. Community bathrooms aren’t THAT bad.

26. Please get along with your roommate.

27. Spotify/Apple Music Playlists!

28. Please clean your room frequently!

29. Please Go to Class….You’re paying for it!

30. Do the extra credit!

31. DON’T Pick 8 am Classes!

32. Use the resources on campus.

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