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Before you head off to college, it&#8217;s important to make sure you have all the essential supplies you&#8217;ll need. Being prepared will reduce stress throughout the semester and can save money if you buy supplies off-campus rather than at the campus bookstore. While everyone&#8217;s needs will be different depending on class schedules, there are some supplies that almost every college student can use. A list of back-to-school essentials to have on hand before the semester begins:</p>
<h3>Heavy-Duty Backpack</h3>
<p>A sturdy backpack is essential for carrying books and laptops. A cute or stylish bag may look good but isn&#8217;t always practical for carrying a heavy load around campus. <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EEBS9O0/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&;camp=1789&;creative=390957&;creativeASIN=B00EEBS9O0&;linkCode=as2&;tag=colcarlif-20&;linkId=SNZBYESAU2G24ZTD">AmazonBasics Laptop Backpack &#8211; Fits Up To 17-Inch Laptops</a></strong></p>
<h3>Number 2 Pencils and Mini Pencil Sharpener</h3>
<p>You might take notes on your laptop or with pens, but number 2 pencils are still the standard for tests. Always keep at least a couple of number two pencils in your bag so you won&#8217;t have to do any last-minute scrambling. Along with the pencils, you should carry a sharpener since many classrooms don&#8217;t have sharpeners. <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006CSPZK4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&;camp=1789&;creative=390957&;creativeASIN=B006CSPZK4&;linkCode=as2&;tag=colcarlif-20&;linkId=EWSBONAZO3EZWCJT">Dixon Ticonderoga Pre-Sharpened with Erasers Pencils, #2, Yellow, Box of 30 (13830)</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=colcarlif-20&;l=as2&;o=1&;a=B006CSPZK4" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></strong></p>
<h3>Paper Clips</h3>
<p>Paper clips are convenient for keeping related papers together and helping with organization of your backpack. They&#8217;re also useful when you need turn in multi-page reports or papers. Keep some at home and some in your backpack. <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006IBK8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&;camp=1789&;creative=390957&;creativeASIN=B00006IBK8&;linkCode=as2&;tag=colcarlif-20&;linkId=I5A6S7BY2Z53O7B4">ACCO Paper Clips, Economy, Smooth, Jumbo, 100/Box, 10 Boxes (72580)</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=colcarlif-20&;l=as2&;o=1&;a=B00006IBK8" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></strong></p>
<h3>Composition Notebooks</h3>
<p>Composition notebooks are often required for tests, especially in language courses. Always have a few on hand so you don&#8217;t have to go shopping right before a test. Even if you don&#8217;t use them this semester, you may need them later on. <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JDTP02C/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&;camp=1789&;creative=390957&;creativeASIN=B00JDTP02C&;linkCode=as2&;tag=colcarlif-20&;linkId=4HMMZNVLDRZ27XS7">Mead Composition Notebook, College-Ruled, 100 Sheets, 12 Pack (72938)</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=colcarlif-20&;l=as2&;o=1&;a=B00JDTP02C" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></strong></p>
<h3>Highlighters</h3>
<p>Highlighters help you focus on the important aspects of textbook passages and notes. Choose lighter-colored highlighters (preferably yellow) so that you can still easily see the highlighted text. <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006IEJ9/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&;camp=1789&;creative=390957&;creativeASIN=B00006IEJ9&;linkCode=as2&;tag=colcarlif-20&;linkId=4DB32GZQHPVUXAG2">Sharpie Accent Tank-Style Highlighters, Fluorescent Yellow, 12 Pack (25025)</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=colcarlif-20&;l=as2&;o=1&;a=B00006IEJ9" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></strong></p>
<h3>Page Markers</h3>
<p>Page markers are convenient when you need to bookmark a specific page in a textbook but don&#8217;t want to damage the book by folding corners. <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007QFATEO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&;camp=1789&;creative=390957&;creativeASIN=B007QFATEO&;linkCode=as2&;tag=colcarlif-20&;linkId=YQCX6AXBTGX5GDGS">Post-it Page Markers, 1/2 in x 1 3/4 in, Assorted Bright Colors, 50 Sheets/Pad, 10 Pads/Pack (670-10AB)</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=colcarlif-20&;l=as2&;o=1&;a=B007QFATEO" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></strong></p>
<h3>Binders</h3>
<p>Keep a few basic black binders on hand in case you need them for a class project or larger report. You may also find it easier to organized by keeping class notes and materials all in one binder. <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IX1CA1A/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&;camp=1789&;creative=390957&;creativeASIN=B00IX1CA1A&;linkCode=as2&;tag=colcarlif-20&;linkId=OPJZGPNAYB62BHA6">Avery Economy View Binder with 2-Inch Round Ring, Black, Pack Of 4 (19205)</a></strong></p>
<h3>College-Ruled Paper</h3>
<p>College-ruled paper is necessary even if you don&#8217;t normally take hand-written notes. Some classes may not allow laptops or you may need paper for in-class essays or tests. Keep your paper in a binder or folder that&#8217;s always in your bag so you won&#8217;t be caught off guard when you need it. <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000068UWB/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&;camp=1789&;creative=390957&;creativeASIN=B000068UWB&;linkCode=as2&;tag=colcarlif-20&;linkId=7MMYDMR6MJOID3SI">Mead Filler Paper, Loose Leaf Paper, College Ruled, 200 Sheets/Pack (15326)</a></strong></p>
<h3>Pocket Folders</h3>
<p>Pocket folders are handy for storing class materials such as syllabi or notes. Keep at least one in your bag at all times to help maintain order in your backpack. <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000DZ9XGO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&;camp=1789&;creative=390957&;creativeASIN=B000DZ9XGO&;linkCode=as2&;tag=colcarlif-20&;linkId=SKBKA2TCOKFOAHQM">Oxford Twin Pocket Folders, Letter Size, Assorted Colors, 25 per Box (57513)</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=colcarlif-20&;l=as2&;o=1&;a=B000DZ9XGO" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></strong></p>
<h3>Report Covers</h3>
<p>Report covers will make your reports and papers look more professional and neat. Even if they aren&#8217;t required, they make a good impression. <strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000DLBU4G/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&;camp=1789&;creative=390957&;creativeASIN=B000DLBU4G&;linkCode=as2&;tag=colcarlif-20&;linkId=NQI4UBSCJ2XUHUHL">Oxford Premium Clear Front Report Covers, Letter Size, Black, 25 per Pack (58806)</a></strong></p>
<p>Although this list won&#8217;t include everything you need, the items above will give you a head start on your school supply shopping and reduce the need to pay more money for over-priced campus bookstore supplies.</p>