Getting through my degree and surviving my Accountancy board reviews while balancing a crazy work schedule taught me exactly what you actually need to survive the semester. Skip the basic aesthetic supplies—these are the heavy-hitting essentials that...
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The Ultimate Study & Campus Gear
Tech & Focus Lifesavers
If you get the iPad, you HAVE to get the Pencil. Handwriting my digital notes helped my memory retention so much more than just typing ever did.
Apple Pencil Pro: Latest Model, Compatible
A non-negotiable for blocking out noisy roommates or loud coffee shops. The noise cancellation is completely unmatched, and they are comfortable enough to wear for 6-hour cram sessions.
Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise Cancelling Wireless
Saves your wrist when writing massive research papers. It is tiny, completely silent (so you won't annoy people in the library), and connects instantly to your laptop or iPad.
Pebble Mouse 2 M350s - Bluetooth, Slim, Portable
Because fighting for the single wall outlet in the lecture hall is a nightmare. This thing is an absolute beast and will literally fully charge your laptop and phone on the go.
Anker 737 Power Bank (PowerCore 24K)
Perfect for when you need silence but don't want to play music. These are incredibly comfortable, even for sleeping when your dorm neighbors decide to throw a Tuesday night party.
Loop Quiet 2 Ultra-Comfy Reusable Ear Plugs
The absolute ultimate investment for going paperless. Loading all my PDFs, syllabi, and readings here saved my back from carrying ten pounds of textbooks across campus every day.
Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2) Liquid Retina
The Ultimate Study & Campus Gear
The only water bottle you will ever need. It has a built-in straw, is completely leak-proof (so it won't ruin your laptop in your bag), and keeps water ice-cold for 24 hours.
Owala FreeSip Stainless Steel Water Bottle 24oz
The holy grail of study pens. The ink flow is insanely smooth, it never smudges (even if you're a lefty), and it makes your handwriting look so much neater.
Muji Gel Ink Ballpoint Pen 0.38mm Black x5
Feels exactly like writing on pen and paper, but you just scan it to the cloud and wipe it clean with water. You will never need to buy another notebook again.
Rocketbook Core Reusable Spiral Notebook
I always keep one of these folded up in my backpack. It’s perfect for throwing in gym clothes, last-minute library books, or random groceries on the walk back to your apartment.