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21 Care Package for College Students

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I think we can all agree while being away at college, it’s nice when the mail comes through and you have a personalized care package waiting for you.

Whether it be your family, a friend or a spouse, that every now and then reminder they’re thinking of you is sometimes that pick-me-up you need. Anything from a holiday care package to a “thinking of you” package is always appreciated. 

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College Care Package Ideas

I can’t recall ever receiving a care package in college, however, my mom sent me frequent boxes of snacks and the Amazon purchases I always needed, so that counts in a way. She would stock me up. Lowkey she would send me multiple a year that would be full us supplies I ran out of or needed, then there would be a box of just kind bars.

I remember my roommate always surprised like, “she sent another? More food?” I swear sometimes I would avoid going to the store so I could just live off of the bars she bought me. Sometimes she would include items I didn’t even realize I needed or knew I wanted. I can’t say they were ever styled cute in any way, but she supplied me with everything a mom could.

My mom is always good about finding little things here and there she knows I’ll like, and a care package was no different. My mom has been known for always doing too much, but she knew the essentials to my college living. 

care packages for college students

College Care Packages

The fun thing about care packages is they can be personalized in any way, any theme, for any occasion. Anything from a holiday, to a birthday, to just because or something funny, you can include a quote that’s the focus on the box and has items relating to that.

Maybe you want a care package specifically made for Easter, you can throw easter eggs in and easter candy, with a cute saying.

You can send a care package that as all the “homesick” necessities and make a reference to “hanging in there” with pictures of monkeys. It’s however creative you want to get with it!

Here are some adorable, easy and clever ideas you’ll love for making the perfect care package for college guys or gals!

Care Packages to Buy

Are you short on time but love the idea of sending a personalized care package?? Here’s 4 ready made care packages that would be great for students:

2020 Relatable

It’s 2020….that’s all that needs to be said. Whether you’re missing someone located elsewhere or just feel bad for all the students, this is relatable but. will make them happy too.

Snacks in a Box

Self Care Package

 

Homemade Cookies

Don’t have time to bake but love the idea of sending someone special homebaked treats? Then this is your answer!

 

Cute Care Package Ideas

 

Have a  close coworker in your life? This could be the care package for you! It’s adorable and a perfect St. patty’s gift.

 

 

Monster Inc.

Any Monsters Inc fans? Want to show someone how much you miss them? This is it! Monster them up with a care package of all things Monster and some drinks!

Birthday

This care package is too cute for words. If you’re trying to think of a clever birthday package look no further! I love the idea of cake and that it’s not your typical wrapping of a care package!

Just add water

The care package where all you have to do is add water to everything, love that. This is a great idea if you’re sending a box of easily made food. 

Valentine’s Day

This is the most perfect Valentine’s care package to a loved one! The closest thing to a hug 

Hang in there

You got this! What a cute care package for those who need a little pick me up. Something humorous and simple! 

All things cheesy

okay I know this is so cheesy but it’s pretty good. Especially for all you cheese lovers, this is perfect. Add funny sayings on the side that make it even more cheesy, one of those care packages you really have to all out with the theme!

Happy Birthday

This is another Birthday care package but really, you could use this idea for any special occasion! Include a note on the side of the box and piece little flags together for a fun sign.  

Box of sunshine

Who doesn’t love a box full of sunshine? Everything that could possibly cheer you up in a box and an adorable saying to go with it. This is probably one of my favorite ideas! This is great for any spontaneous surprise! 

All things pink

This is my kind of care package right here, oh yes. Literally everything pink, what else could a girl want? If you’re looking for a girly girl who is someone who just needs some more pink in her life this could be it. Also, the saying goes perfectly with it!

Something out of the Blue

I love this so much because chances are your care package will be out of the blue! What better way to add some humor and love to it than all things blue? I wouldn’t be mad receiving this package, it’s so cute. 

Donut know what I would do

Pretty much anything involving donuts is great. How sweet it would be to receive free donuts and treats and someone thinking about you! 

 

Exam care package

This is good! A cute little reminder you will get through exams. Also if you know someone who is a llama fan or you are, well there’s no question about it this package is the one! It’s so simple but clever. 

Happy Easter

Hoppy easter! Show someone you love them by sending them an Easter package, it will be so cute! I am here for this saying, and the ears really pull it together! I don’t think you could create a cuter Easter care package. 

Sporty care package

Okay baseball fans! Its baseball season and you don’t want your friend or spouse to feel like they’re missing out. Send them a care package that has everything essential for a baseball game and some pictures on the side for some fun memories they can look back on!

Stranger Things

Things are getting a little strange while they’re away, send a care package of strange things they’ll enjoy. They might question you for it but imagine the fun goodies you could surprise them with! I love this idea because it’s something different. 

Lucky care package

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas grinches! This is the most adorable Christmas care package. The saying is everything and the design of the lights are perfect. What a festive package that can easily be made. 

January 22, 2020 1:38 pm JenandMadi 2 Comments Filed Under: Dorm Decor, GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for Her

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  1. Cyndi says

    June 27, 2022 at 9:40 am

    I would like to get a list of things that go in these boxes and the print out of the saying.

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  2. Bev says

    June 8, 2023 at 2:45 pm

    Thank you so much! These are some FANTASTIC ideas!

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