Whether you’re a freshman living on your own for the first time or a senior gearing up for all your “lasts,” the 2025 Her Campus Back To College guide is your one-stop scroll to get you ready for the school year. We’ve tapped Gen Z creators, TikTok trendsetters, and college insiders to give you everything you need — from viral dorm must-have recommendations to game-changing life advice — to bring your best self to campus this fall.
Life
YouTube Star Wendy Ly Shares The Back-To-School Items You Didn’t Know You Needed
Experiences
TikTok’s “Let’s Go” Girl Sami Brielle Shares Her Real College Morning Routine
Fashion
Top College Fashion Trends For Fall 2025, According To Influencers
Work
Katie Feeney On The Last-Minute College Decision That Launched Her Career
We asked some of your favorite creators to share what they wish they knew before starting college.
Shopping
Where To Shop The Cutest (& Comfiest) Bedding For Your Dorm Room
Decor
12 Coastal Fishermancore Decor Items To Deck Your Dorm Out With This Year
Fashion
12 Pairs Of Sunglasses To Wear On Campus This Fall That Are Super On-Trend
Decor
Go Wild With These 12 Animal Print Dorm Decor Must-Haves
Whimsical, artsy, and effortlessly cool.
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Tips from lifestyle influencers who’ve been there.
Dorm Essentials
13 Products To Help You Survive Communal Bathrooms Without Crying (Or Catching A Fungus)
Life
12 Underrated Kitchen Items To Shop For Your Dorm Room
Sex
Here’s Your Sexual Wellness Toolkit For A Safe & Sexy Semester
Real Talk
“He Chipped My Tooth”: 12 Hookup Horror Stories From Week 1 Of College
Must-have dorm gear that’ll turn neighbors into new besties.
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