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Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for backpacks for college.

College is a time of transition. You're moving away from home for the first time, and you'll need to learn how to do things for yourself. That includes your schoolwork, which means you'll be buying a lot of new supplies and gear. You're going to need a good and reliable backpack for storing your things and for your classes everyday. Browse the top-ranked list of backpacks for college below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. Thule - Contract 15.6" Backpack - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: 3204886
    SKU: 6504336
    Top comment

    "Our son really likes this backpack to use with his job. Perfect size !!...Just the right amount of pockets for my day to day in college....Very useful backpack !!...Great Backpack"

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    Product Description

    A functional backpack with just the right amount of storage, organization, and casual style to transition from the work week to the weekend. Keep your belongings safe with SafeEdge protection for your electronics, SafeZone pocket for your phone or glasses, and zippered pockets to keep your items secure.
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    "Our son really likes this backpack to use with his job. Perfect size !!...Just the right amount of pockets for my day to day in college....Very useful backpack !!...Great Backpack"

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    Product Description

    A functional backpack with just the right amount of storage, organization, and casual style to transition from the work week to the weekend. Keep your belongings safe with SafeEdge protection for your electronics, SafeZone pocket for your phone or glasses, and zippered pockets to keep your items secure.
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  2. Solo New York - Code Pro Structured 17.3" Backpack (Fits all MacBooks) - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "This backpack is by far one of my favorite backpacks to carry, as it feels light, sturdy, and has enough pockets and thought put into it to make it very useful for my needs. ...Perfect size backpack for any age & most purposes...However, I am in my 60's and retired, so I don't intend to use this for school books or work. It is perfect for me when I need a small to medium backpack. "

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    Product Description

    Pro Structured Backpack with fully padded 17.3" laptop compartment. Internal iPad or tablet pocket. Internal organizer section. Side mesh pockets. Padded backpack straps. Carry handle. Back zipper pocket.
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    "This backpack is by far one of my favorite backpacks to carry, as it feels light, sturdy, and has enough pockets and thought put into it to make it very useful for my needs. ...Perfect size backpack for any age & most purposes...However, I am in my 60's and retired, so I don't intend to use this for school books or work. It is perfect for me when I need a small to medium backpack. "

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    Product Description

    Pro Structured Backpack with fully padded 17.3" laptop compartment. Internal iPad or tablet pocket. Internal organizer section. Side mesh pockets. Padded backpack straps. Carry handle. Back zipper pocket.
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  3. Solo New York - Ambition Urban 17.3" Backpack - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Big roomy backpack thats stylish & amazing quality...It is a great backpack for School or Work or Travel. The Backpack looks very orange and i really liked this design where the exterior is black but the interior is orange. ...Awesome 17” Backpack...Awesome backpack! No complaints here. Well built and rugged."

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    Product Description

    Urban Backpack with fully padded 17.3" laptop compartment. Internal iPad or tablet pocket. Quick access pocket. Front zip-down organizer section. Side accessory pockets. Padded carry handle. Padded backpack straps. Back slip pocket slides over luggage handle. Back zipper pocket.
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    Top comment

    "Big roomy backpack thats stylish & amazing quality...It is a great backpack for School or Work or Travel. The Backpack looks very orange and i really liked this design where the exterior is black but the interior is orange. ...Awesome 17” Backpack...Awesome backpack! No complaints here. Well built and rugged."

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    Product Description

    Urban Backpack with fully padded 17.3" laptop compartment. Internal iPad or tablet pocket. Quick access pocket. Front zip-down organizer section. Side accessory pockets. Padded carry handle. Padded backpack straps. Back slip pocket slides over luggage handle. Back zipper pocket.
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  4. Swissdigital Design - Pixel Backpack - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Great backpack...One of, if not the, best backpacks I’ve ever owned. It offers so many compartments, which I need because I have a lot of stuff. ...Very good size and durable backpack for college students professionals. It has many inside pockets."

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    The Swissdigital Design backpack products is created for the new "lifestyle, and technology of today's changing world”. Take your laptop, tablet, cellphones, books, water bottle, hand sanitizer, mask, and other essentials in your backpack for local trips to ​school, office, coffee shops, meeting places, parks, beaches, lakes, mountain trails etc. The built-in USB Patented power port allows you to be “ON THE GO”. With a power connection that will power up vital accessories (Power Battery Bank sold separately). The backpack body materials are made from water resistance coating to keep valuable items inside dry. RFID Protection pocket keeps credit cards, passport, and personal data safe from an electronic pickpocket. Swissdigital Design has your back…literally! The business laptop backpack is made from high quality polyester fabric shockproof with high density nylon lining for better and heavy duty backpack XL laptop backpack for a stroll around.
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    Top comment

    "Great backpack...One of, if not the, best backpacks I’ve ever owned. It offers so many compartments, which I need because I have a lot of stuff. ...Very good size and durable backpack for college students professionals. It has many inside pockets."

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    Product Description

    The Swissdigital Design backpack products is created for the new "lifestyle, and technology of today's changing world”. Take your laptop, tablet, cellphones, books, water bottle, hand sanitizer, mask, and other essentials in your backpack for local trips to ​school, office, coffee shops, meeting places, parks, beaches, lakes, mountain trails etc. The built-in USB Patented power port allows you to be “ON THE GO”. With a power connection that will power up vital accessories (Power Battery Bank sold separately). The backpack body materials are made from water resistance coating to keep valuable items inside dry. RFID Protection pocket keeps credit cards, passport, and personal data safe from an electronic pickpocket. Swissdigital Design has your back…literally! The business laptop backpack is made from high quality polyester fabric shockproof with high density nylon lining for better and heavy duty backpack XL laptop backpack for a stroll around.
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  5. Swissdigital Design - Katy Rose Backpack - Black and Rose Gold - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Electronics backpack...The backpack is great for school holds surface Pro Logic keyboard an iPad no problem and looks great...Great quality bag. My wife uses it for school and she loves it."

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    Product Description

    The Swissdigital Design backpack products is created for the new "lifestyle, and technology of today's changing world”. Take your laptop, tablet, cellphones, books, water bottle, hand sanitizer, mask, and other essentials in your backpack for local trips to ​school, office, coffee shops, meeting places, parks, beaches, lakes, mountain trails etc. The built-in USB Patented power port allows you to be “ON THE GO”. With a power connection that will power up vital accessories (Power Battery Bank sold separately). The backpack body materials are made from water resistance coating to keep valuable items inside dry. RFID Protection pocket keeps credit cards, passport, and personal data safe from an electronic pickpocket. Swissdigital Design has your back…literally! The Katy Rose Backpack provides a sleek black backpack with pink accents. Katy is the perfect bag for students and working professionals. This bag is equipped with high Air-flow design and plenty of storage.
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    Top comment

    "Electronics backpack...The backpack is great for school holds surface Pro Logic keyboard an iPad no problem and looks great...Great quality bag. My wife uses it for school and she loves it."

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    Product Description

    The Swissdigital Design backpack products is created for the new "lifestyle, and technology of today's changing world”. Take your laptop, tablet, cellphones, books, water bottle, hand sanitizer, mask, and other essentials in your backpack for local trips to ​school, office, coffee shops, meeting places, parks, beaches, lakes, mountain trails etc. The built-in USB Patented power port allows you to be “ON THE GO”. With a power connection that will power up vital accessories (Power Battery Bank sold separately). The backpack body materials are made from water resistance coating to keep valuable items inside dry. RFID Protection pocket keeps credit cards, passport, and personal data safe from an electronic pickpocket. Swissdigital Design has your back…literally! The Katy Rose Backpack provides a sleek black backpack with pink accents. Katy is the perfect bag for students and working professionals. This bag is equipped with high Air-flow design and plenty of storage.
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  6. Swissdigital Design - Terabyte TSA-friendly Backpack with USB Charging port/RFID protection and fits up to 15.6" laptop - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Only bought it cause daughter needs it for school and it was on sale...Great backpack...Great backpack. Keeps you nice and organized for school or work"

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    Product Description

    The Swissdigital Design backpack products is created for the new "lifestyle, and technology of today's changing world”. Take your laptop, tablet, cellphones, books, water bottle, hand sanitizer, mask, and other essentials in your backpack for local trips to ​school, office, coffee shops, meeting places, parks, beaches, lakes, mountain trails etc. The built-in USB Patented power port allows you to be “ON THE GO”. With a power connection that will power up vital accessories (Power Battery Bank sold separately). The backpack body materials are made from water resistance coating to keep valuable items inside dry. RFID Protection pocket keeps credit cards, passport, and personal data safe from an electronic pickpocket. Swissdigital Design has your back…literally! Terabyte TSA-Friendly Water-Resistant Large Backpack, Business Laptop Backpack for all with USB Charging Port/RFID Protection Big School Bookbag Fits up to 15.6" Travel Laptop Backpack
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    Top comment

    "Only bought it cause daughter needs it for school and it was on sale...Great backpack...Great backpack. Keeps you nice and organized for school or work"

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    Product Description

    The Swissdigital Design backpack products is created for the new "lifestyle, and technology of today's changing world”. Take your laptop, tablet, cellphones, books, water bottle, hand sanitizer, mask, and other essentials in your backpack for local trips to ​school, office, coffee shops, meeting places, parks, beaches, lakes, mountain trails etc. The built-in USB Patented power port allows you to be “ON THE GO”. With a power connection that will power up vital accessories (Power Battery Bank sold separately). The backpack body materials are made from water resistance coating to keep valuable items inside dry. RFID Protection pocket keeps credit cards, passport, and personal data safe from an electronic pickpocket. Swissdigital Design has your back…literally! Terabyte TSA-Friendly Water-Resistant Large Backpack, Business Laptop Backpack for all with USB Charging Port/RFID Protection Big School Bookbag Fits up to 15.6" Travel Laptop Backpack
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  7. Solo New York - Re:Define Recycled Backpack - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Great little backpack for school...Been using the backpack for a couple weeks, quite liking the amount of space it has and how high quality it feels on my back!...Best Backpack for College"

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    Product Description

    Solo Define Recycled Backpack Collection. GREAT STYLE WHILE SAVING THE PLANET. We are tackling environmental issues from all angles, in-style. Designed in urban-cool gray, our Recycled Collection brings a sustainable angle to sleek design, making green choices accessible to the masses. Each item in this collection is built with city-functionality in mind and offers an uncompromising style. The Define Recycled Backpack has a fully padded 15.6” compartment with lockable zippers. The RFID data protection pocket helps secure personal data encoded on your credit cards, IDs and passports.
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    Top comment

    "Great little backpack for school...Been using the backpack for a couple weeks, quite liking the amount of space it has and how high quality it feels on my back!...Best Backpack for College"

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    Product Description

    Solo Define Recycled Backpack Collection. GREAT STYLE WHILE SAVING THE PLANET. We are tackling environmental issues from all angles, in-style. Designed in urban-cool gray, our Recycled Collection brings a sustainable angle to sleek design, making green choices accessible to the masses. Each item in this collection is built with city-functionality in mind and offers an uncompromising style. The Define Recycled Backpack has a fully padded 15.6” compartment with lockable zippers. The RFID data protection pocket helps secure personal data encoded on your credit cards, IDs and passports.
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  8. Targus - 16" Motor Backpack - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: TSB194US
    SKU: 9945932
    Top comment

    "I bought this backpack for my nephew who is attending his first year of college. ...Though it is Laptop bag, it can be used as school bag at least till grade 5."

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    Product Description

    The Targus Motor Backpack is designed to accommodate laptops with up to 16” screens and features pen loops, an interior cell phone pocket and convenient clip to hold a key-ring. The shoulder straps are padded and adjustable to provide customizable comfort. For added convenience the case features two large compartments, one includes the padded laptop compartment with additional space for files while the other can fit larger items such as binders or books and includes a mesh pocket to store accessories. Constructed of black durable polyester material with yellow and white highlights, the backpack offers a hint of color with plenty of compartments to store day-to-day necessities.
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    "I bought this backpack for my nephew who is attending his first year of college. ...Though it is Laptop bag, it can be used as school bag at least till grade 5."

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    Product Description

    The Targus Motor Backpack is designed to accommodate laptops with up to 16” screens and features pen loops, an interior cell phone pocket and convenient clip to hold a key-ring. The shoulder straps are padded and adjustable to provide customizable comfort. For added convenience the case features two large compartments, one includes the padded laptop compartment with additional space for files while the other can fit larger items such as binders or books and includes a mesh pocket to store accessories. Constructed of black durable polyester material with yellow and white highlights, the backpack offers a hint of color with plenty of compartments to store day-to-day necessities.
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  9. Targus - 16” Ascend Backpack, - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: TSB710US
    SKU: 5570286
    Top comment

    "Great backpack for school...Great backpack for school, even without the computer. Has held up well....God for school use...My son like it for school,, he found it easy to carry,,"

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    Product Description

    The Targus 16" Ascend Backpack is designed for laptops with up to 16" screens. The spacious front workstation includes pockets for pens, a key clip, business cards and several small accessory pockets. The large storage compartment features a padded laptop compartment for added protection along with space for documents and files. The backpack also features two jersey mesh water bottle holders. For your comfort, the ergonomic padded back panel and padded adjustable shoulder straps minimize back strain and maximize carrying ease. The bottom of the backpack has a durable, weather-resistant material to stand up against the elements. The Ascend backpack is perfect when traveling for school, business or pleasure.
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    Top comment

    "Great backpack for school...Great backpack for school, even without the computer. Has held up well....God for school use...My son like it for school,, he found it easy to carry,,"

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    Product Description

    The Targus 16" Ascend Backpack is designed for laptops with up to 16" screens. The spacious front workstation includes pockets for pens, a key clip, business cards and several small accessory pockets. The large storage compartment features a padded laptop compartment for added protection along with space for documents and files. The backpack also features two jersey mesh water bottle holders. For your comfort, the ergonomic padded back panel and padded adjustable shoulder straps minimize back strain and maximize carrying ease. The bottom of the backpack has a durable, weather-resistant material to stand up against the elements. The Ascend backpack is perfect when traveling for school, business or pleasure.
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  10. Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 30L - Black - Angle_Zoom

    Model: BEDB-30-BK-2
    SKU: 6443576
    Top comment

    "Best backpack ever!...I bought this a month ago and have been using it for both school and work since then and it has been the best backpack I’ve used. ...I bought this bag for carrying around my laptop and other technology as well as to carry books for college. So far it’s been a great bag for everything I need it to do, and it feels amazing on the back. "

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    Product Description

    An iconic, award-winning pack for everyday and photo carry, Everyday Backpack [v2] is built around access, organization, expansion, and protection. Unique MagLatch hardware provides lightning fast top access, with dual side access via two weatherproof side zips. Inside, 3 configurable FlexFold dividers keep photo, drone, or everyday gear organized, protected, and not bunched at the bottom of your bag. Dedicated sleeves for up to 15” laptop, tablet, and documents, plus a variety of internal slip pockets for small items. Outside, a 100% recycled 400D weatherproof shell keeps everything safe. Huge external carry capacity made possible by a versatile tuck-away strap system and 2 expandable external side pockets. Integrated luggage carry makes this bag equally suited for daily commutes and extended travel. Zero-slop design with clean profile, all-custom hardware, and minimal dangling straps. Now in its 2nd generation, v2 boasts aesthetic and functional updates based on feedback from thousands of passionate customers.
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    "Best backpack ever!...I bought this a month ago and have been using it for both school and work since then and it has been the best backpack I’ve used. ...I bought this bag for carrying around my laptop and other technology as well as to carry books for college. So far it’s been a great bag for everything I need it to do, and it feels amazing on the back. "

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    Product Description

    An iconic, award-winning pack for everyday and photo carry, Everyday Backpack [v2] is built around access, organization, expansion, and protection. Unique MagLatch hardware provides lightning fast top access, with dual side access via two weatherproof side zips. Inside, 3 configurable FlexFold dividers keep photo, drone, or everyday gear organized, protected, and not bunched at the bottom of your bag. Dedicated sleeves for up to 15” laptop, tablet, and documents, plus a variety of internal slip pockets for small items. Outside, a 100% recycled 400D weatherproof shell keeps everything safe. Huge external carry capacity made possible by a versatile tuck-away strap system and 2 expandable external side pockets. Integrated luggage carry makes this bag equally suited for daily commutes and extended travel. Zero-slop design with clean profile, all-custom hardware, and minimal dangling straps. Now in its 2nd generation, v2 boasts aesthetic and functional updates based on feedback from thousands of passionate customers.
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