Headed Off to College? Shop These Cutest Backpacks for Students (2024)

This is a college-ready backpack — it has enough space for your computer and your books, is water-repellant for those rainy cross-campus walks, and has plenty of storage room. You can even use the bungee cord front to store additional things.

It's totally normal for your preferred aesthetics to change when you head out to college. If you find that you're wanting something with more of a grown-up feel, go for a neutral monochrome bag like this clean Amazon option.

Lulu fans, this backpack is calling your name. It's giving sporty-cute vibes all year long, and plus, the bag comes with a laptop sleeve and multiple pockets. Now just imagine the gym selfies with your Lululemon backpack and your matching workout set...😍

This backpack is specifically designed to accommodate your tech with a USB charging point and built-in USB cable. It comes with a compartment on the inside that'll fit a tablet or a laptop up to 15.6".

Eddie Bauer is a classic backpack destination for good reason — this neutral pack will last you years. It comes with extended-length shoulder straps and an extended hip belt for a comfortable fit.

Reviewers say that this bag is durable, easy to organize, and spacious. Plus, it only costs $29.99, and at that rate you might even be able to snag more than one color to match your 'fits.

This is a backpack that'll take you all the way through college and into the professional world. It's sleek and high-quality, with a detachable front pouch that can be easily removed if you need to slide the bag into an overhead compartment or under an airplane seat.

This water-resistant pack made from 27 plastic bottles is light but durable (read: you can put all of your heavy books in it). It opens up flat like a suitcase, which is ideal for traveling and easy storage, although it might be tricky completely unzip your bag in a classroom setting.

Florals? Groundbreaking! We can confirm that JanSport bags are as popular as they are good. The brand offers a limited lifetime warranty, so you can hit them up if your bag is in need of repair.

We love that this backpack has two big pockets (and an internal laptop pocket) if you want to stay organized throughout the semester. Plus, the thick straps are less likely to dig into your shoulders.

Honestly, this is the boost of serotonin we've been looking for. The swoosh snail? The pops of orange and green?! You'll be serving street style in your math lecture with this recycled polyester bag.

Fact: Black and white matches with literally everything. You can't go wrong with this checkerboard pattern. This backpack has a simple structure, with one main pocket and a laptop section as well as a smaller front pocket.

Vera Bradley's signature quilted fabric is so soft you could practically nap on top of it for a quick mid-study snooze. This backpack will fit your textbooks and add a little spice to your 'fits.

If you use a mobility device to get around campus, the features on JanSport's adaptive backpack will totally come in clutch. This particular pack has adjustable loops and straps to fit mobility devices, easy grab zipper pullers, and a longer haul handle with a buckle. It's also shorter in height for ease of reach.

The monochrome zippers and tags are soooo satisfying. The buttery-smooth feel and minimalist, clean design of this backpack has earned it thousands of 5-star reviews. It's also 100% vegan.

Okay, so this isn't technically a backpack. But if you've been toying with the idea of swapping your backpack for a grown-up purse, you'll get sooooo much use out of a lightweight Le Pliage. It folds up, too, so it's easy to pack and store.

Kidcore and gorpcore fans, this one's for you. If you spend your weekends hiking, you'll be able to seamlessly transfer from textbooks to trail mix. Plus, the large, stretchy pockets will hold your oversized water bottle.

If you want to ~upgrade~ your gear now that you're a college student, a faux leather backpack is the perfect option. This one fits your laptop, has multiple zippered pockets, and looks like a chic purse.

The backpack counterpart of Beis's iconic duffle bag. The back section zips completely open (like, totally flat) to reveal multiple pockets that'll hold gym clothes, textbooks, sneakers, or whatever else you might need for class — or a weekend getaway trip.

Raise your hand if you're literally obsessed with LoveShackFancy like we are. 🙋 This backpack is giving big "XOXO" energy. You'll want to opt for the larger size to ensure that it fits your computer, but rest assured that you'll be able to tote around notebooks, textbooks, and snacks without running out of space.