50 Best Overall Backpacks for College Men – The Complete Guide

As someone who is about to graduate, I can still remember standing in the backpack aisles in stores trying to find the right fit. It’s so hard because you want to find the perfect backpack that will hopefully get you through all four years (or more) but still fits your style.
If there’s anything I’ve learned from my boyfriend, it’s that he’s pickier about his backpack than I am… which is very surprising.
I know it’s hard to find the backpack that is going to fit all aspects of your college life, so that is why I’ve put together this list to help you narrow down what you want.
I promise that no matter which backpack you choose that it’ll help carry what you need wherever you need to go.
So, without any further delay, here is our complete guide on backpacks for college men.

In This Post:

• Best Overall College Backpacks for Men

• Affordable Backpacks for College Men 

• Stylish Backpacks for College Men 

• Customizable Backpacks for College Men 

• Bonus – Most Important Backpack Features 

Best Overall College Backpacks for Men

1. High Sierra Loop

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2. The North Face Jester Backpack 

[lasso id=”40148″ link_id=”240464″ ref=”https-fave-co-3lfapoi”]

3. Speedo Large Teamster Backpack 

[lasso id=”40149″ link_id=”240537″ ref=”amzn-speedo-large-teamster-backpack-35-liter-blue-2-0-one-size”]

Affordable Backpacks for College Men

4. JanSport City View Backpack 

[lasso id=”40152″ link_id=”6398306″ ref=”https-fave-co-4bug0xn”]

5. JanSport Big Student Backpack 

[lasso id=”40154″ link_id=”241900″ ref=”amzn-jansport-big-student-backpack-school-travel-or-work-bookbag-with-15-inch-laptop-compartment”]

6. HEAD Double-Compartment Gym Backpack 

[lasso id=”40158″ link_id=”6398307″ ref=”amzn-head-waterproof-double-compartment-gym-and-laptop-backpack-for-men-travel-backpack-with-water-bottle-pockets”]

7. Nike Elemental 

[lasso id=”40159″ link_id=”6398308″ ref=”https-fave-co-44twkul”]

8. Adidas National Backpack Originals 

[lasso id=”40161″ link_id=”240470″ ref=”amzn-amazon-com-adidas-originals-national-backpack-black-superstar-50-osfa-clothing-shoes-jewelry”]

9. Adidas Trefoil Backpack Originals 

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10. Adidas Essentials Backpack

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11. Puma Buzz Backpack 

[lasso id=”40168″ link_id=”6398309″ ref=”https-fave-co-43cwmgu”]

12. Puma Generator 2.0 Backpack 

[lasso id=”40169″ link_id=”6437784″ ref=”https-fave-co-3nyvt4e”]

13. Puma Phase Backpack 

[lasso id=”40165″ link_id=”6437785″ ref=”https-fave-co-3twnlf7″]

14. Under Armour Gametime Backpack 

[lasso id=”40170″ link_id=”6398310″ ref=”https-fave-co-3dltqtw”]

15. Under Armour Team Hustle 5.0 Backpack 

[lasso id=”40173″ link_id=”240557″ ref=”amzn-under-armour-adult-hustle-5-0-backpack”]

16. Vans Construct Skool Backpack 

[lasso id=”40174″ link_id=”6437786″ ref=”amzn-https-amzn-to-3hjht3b”]

17. Vans Old Skool Drop V Backpack 

[lasso id=”40587″ link_id=”6437787″ ref=”https-fave-co-3tuege5″]

18. Nike Stash Backpack 

[lasso id=”40590″ link_id=”6437788″ ref=”amzn-https-amzn-to-420xaun”]

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Stylish Backpacks for College Men

19. Samsonite Modern Utility Double Shot Laptop Backpack 

[lasso id=”40182″ link_id=”240580″ ref=”amzn-samsonite-modern-utility-double-shot-laptop-backpack-charcoal-heather-one-size”]

20. Samsonite Mobile Solution Backpack 

[lasso id=”40183″ link_id=”6437789″ ref=”https-fave-co-3sjjazc”]

21. Kenneth Cole Reaction

[lasso id=”40186″ link_id=”6437790″ ref=”amzn-kenneth-cole-reaction-protec-business-backpack-17-laptop-computer-bookbag-bag-for-school-college-travel-work-black-tsa-checkpoint-friendly”]

22. Fjallraven Kanken No. 2 Backpack 

[lasso id=”40187″ link_id=”241788″ ref=”amzn-fjallraven-kanken-mini-classic-backpack-for-everyday”]

23. Nike Hayward 2.0 

[lasso id=”40217″ link_id=”241789″ ref=”amzn-nike-hayward-2-0-backpack-nike-backpack-for-women-and-men-with-polyester-shell-adjustable-straps-black-black-white”]

24. Nike Sportswear RPM

[lasso id=”40218″ link_id=”6437791″ ref=”amzn-nike-sportswear-rpm-backpack-ba6391-222″]

25. Adidas Prime Backpack 

[lasso id=”40219″ link_id=”241791″ ref=”amzn-adidas-prime-backpack”]

26. Adidas 3-Stripes Backpack 2.0 Originals

[lasso id=”40222″ link_id=”241792″ ref=”amzn-adidas-originals-backpack-this-trefoil-backpack-from-adida-flickr”]

27. Puma City Backpack

[lasso id=”40596″ link_id=”263290″ ref=”https-fave-co-3bymmk5″]

28. Under Armour Loudon Ripstop Backpack

[lasso id=”40225″ link_id=”6398312″ ref=”amzn-under-armour-adult-loudon-ripstop-backpack-black-001-black-one-size-fits-all”]

29. Vans Puffed Up Backpack 

[lasso id=”40226″ link_id=”6437792″ ref=”https-fave-co-3vho7fi”]

30. L.L. Bean Comfort Carry Portable Locker Backpack 

[lasso id=”40597″ link_id=”6437793″ ref=”https-fave-co-3nzo14k”]

31. Rains Rucksack Large

[lasso id=”40231″ link_id=”241797″ ref=”https-fave-co-3vctqnj”]

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Customizable Backpacks for College Men

32. Custom Photo Backpack 

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 33. EAQ Custom Laptop Backpack

[lasso id=”40232″ link_id=”6398314″ ref=”amzn-custom-laptop-backpack-with-your-photo-name-text-personalized-photo-customized-multifunction-travel-backpack-with-usb-charging-headphone-port”]

34. AGOWOO Custom Backpack for Men Women Personalized Back Pack 

[lasso id=”40233″ link_id=”241799″ ref=”amzn-custom-backpack-for-men-women-personalized-back-pack-for-teen-black”]

35. Timbuk2 Custom Division Laptop Backpack 

[lasso id=”40607″ link_id=”263293″ ref=”https-fave-co-2wh8m6r-2″]

36. Zazzle Custom Backpacks 

[lasso id=”40236″ link_id=”241801″ ref=”https-fave-co-3yyeims”]

37. Vans Customs 

[lasso id=”40238″ link_id=”6437794″ ref=”https-fave-co-3t2lpha-2″]

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Minimalistic Backpacks for College Men

38. The JanSport Cool Student Backpack 

[lasso id=”40241″ link_id=”6437795″ ref=”https-fave-co-4azzfe4″]

39. JanSport Superbreak Backpack 

[lasso id=”40244″ link_id=”6437796″ ref=”https-fave-co-48vzoez”]

40. Herschel Pop Quiz Backpack 

[lasso id=”40245″ link_id=”241805″ ref=”amzn-herschel-pop-quiz-backpack-black-tan-classic-22l”]

41. Wexley Stem Daypack 

[lasso id=”40619″ link_id=”6437797″ ref=”https-fave-co-3u0givh”]

42. Lululemon Now and Always 

[lasso id=”40246″ link_id=”241807″ ref=”amzn-lululemon-now-and-always-backpack”]

43. Solo Austin Hybrid Tote/Backpack 

[lasso id=”40620″ link_id=”263296″ ref=”https-fave-co-3sjsojr”]

44. Wenger Foix 16”

[lasso id=”40252″ link_id=”241809″ ref=”amzn-wenger-foix-16-laptop-backpack-with-tablet-pocket-olive-green”]

45. Under Armour Loudon Backpack 

[lasso id=”40253″ link_id=”241810″ ref=”amzn-under-armour-adult-loudon-backpack”]

46. Calvin Klein Micro Pebble Logo Tag Campus Backpack 

[lasso id=”40625″ link_id=”263297″ ref=”https-fave-co-2wz4dir-2″]

47. Vans Disorder Plus Backpack 

[lasso id=”40626″ link_id=”263298″ ref=”amzn-https-amzn-to-4axvgib”]

48. Vans Long Haul Backpack 

[lasso id=”40627″ link_id=”263299″ ref=”https-fave-co-3u0kypx”]

49. Vans Transplant Backpack 

[lasso id=”40628″ link_id=”263300″ ref=”https-fave-co-4bankef”]

50. Cole Haan ZERØGRAND Slim Convertible Backpack 

[lasso id=”40629″ link_id=”263301″ ref=”https-fave-co-3yea95e-2″]

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Bonus – Most Important Backpack Features 

None of these backpacks the one? That’s totally fine – I understand!
When you’re going into a store to shop, though, here are a few of the features that I like to pay the most attention to making sure I have.
As someone who has had the same backpack for many years, these are the features that are going to help you get a backpack that will last for college and beyond.

1. The most important feature on my list is a laptop sleeve! I love a laptop sleeve because I don’t have to worry about making sure I have a separate laptop case, and I always know that my laptop will be kept safe from everything else.
2. Padded bottom. This helps to make sure that if something spills or you accidentally leave your backpack in a puddle everything stays dry inside.
3. Easy spot cleanable fabric. I promise you will get something in your backpack at some point. If it isn’t easy to spot clean, you’ll just be stuck with a stain.
4. Pocket organizer. This isn’t something I have but I wish I did. Pockets specifically made for pens, and such would be so convenient.
5. Mesh water bottle pockets. These are so much easier to fit a variety of different water bottle sizes in!
6. Key clip. I also don’t have a key clip and I so wish I did so that I wasn’t constantly digging through my bag trying to find my keys when I needed them.
7. Mesh pocket on the front. If you’re an athlete or an avid gym-goer, I would say that a mesh pocket where you can put shoes, or a change of clothes is a super helpful feature to have.

Final Thoughts on Backpacks for College Men

While these are just the things on my list, I would recommend making your own list of features that are important to you before shopping.
A backpack should be made to fit your lifestyle, not you trying to fit your life into a backpack – don’t forget that and just buy whatever backpack is in front of you that won’t even fit all your books.
Stay calm, look at the product details, and I promise you’ll be the guy with the coolest backpack at school.

Happy shopping! 

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