15 Back to School Supplies for 2023

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Consider this your complete campus checklist for achieving straight A's.

As another summer comes to a close, back-to-school shopping is on the horizon. Whether you're starting new as a freshman in college or a returning undergraduate student looking for a few key supplies to replace in your arsenal, there are plenty of elevated essentials you'll make endless use of for another successful academic year. From a sleek backpack for holding all your books to a luxury planner for staying on top of upcoming due dates and cool gadgets that maximize productivity, we rounded up the best back to school supplies every university student needs for achieving straight A's.

Kickstart an organized school year with Smythson's convenient planner for jotting down upcoming exam dates, essay deadlines, and more. It offers a week-to-view layout with end notes and ample space for important reminders. And how about that croc-embossed leather cover? Chic.

Your laptop is arguably your most important device for getting school work done. Keep it safe and protected in a sleek laptop sleeve monogrammed with your initials.

Remember those marble composition notebooks you used to write in during your elementary school days? Consider this the grown-up version.

No back-to-school list is complete without a good backpack for holding your laptop, notebooks, pens, and pencils. Cuyana's minimilist version is lightweight, comfortable to wear, and brimming with pockets and compartments (including one for your laptop!).

Sticky notes with a pop of color will make studying for midterms feel less boring and more productive.

You're definitely going to want to keep your pens and pencils organized in one place, and this floral pencil case is the move because it's pretty and will be easy to spot in your bag.

Because every university student needs a set of highlighters to mark up important notes ahead of a test. With nearly 49,500+ reviews on Amazon, it's safe to say this is a school must-have.

Whether you're heading to class, hanging on the campus green, or working hard in the library, these noise-cancelling headphones are a surefire way to put you in the zone.

For the on-the-go student, this leather folio keeps all your tech, chargers, and wires thoughtfully organized in one place. Make yours extra special by getting a bold monogram of your initials.

Staying hydrated is very important for long lectures, especially when you can't find a moment to step out of the hall. Hydro Flask keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours (or warm up to 12 hours) and has a leakproof lid that ensures none of your electronics or papers get wet.

Taking notes will feel much more enjoyable when you're writing with Muji's gel pens. Smooth as butter is the best way to describe the ink.

You can't have pens without pencils, right? These mechanical pencils write super smoothly with the right amount of darkness and will specifically come in handy for math majors.

On days when you have back to back classes and no time to stop by the food hall, packing a little something to eat will ensure your energy levels are up and balanced throughout the day.

While it's technically not a school supply, an alarm clock is essential for waking up on time. And with this version that mimics the light of a sunrise, you'll never worry about showing up to your 8 a.m. class late again.

A charging station that juices up and holds your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods in one stand is a helpful way to keep your desk neat and tidy this semester.

Sophie Dweck is the associate shopping editor for Town & Country, where she covers beauty, fashion, home and décor, and more.

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