Things You Can Sell as a University Student for Support

 

🥤 1. Snacks and Drinks

•Homemade pastries (meat pies, doughnuts, cupcakes)

•Soft drinks, sachet water, juice

•Small chops or fries in the evening

✅ Sell in hostels, during lectures, or through pre-orders.

 

 

👕 2. Thrift (Preloved) Clothes

•Curated second-hand clothing (clean and stylish)

•Shoes, bags, and accessories

✅ Buy in bulk from local markets like Kantamanto, then resell at a profit.

 

 

📱 3. Phone Accessories

•Earphones, chargers, screen protectors, phone cases

✅ Very affordable and always in demand among students.

 

 

💄 4. Beauty Products

•Lip gloss, edge control, skincare oils, perfumes

•Hair bundles or wigs (start with preorders)

✅ Especially profitable if you target female students.

 

 

🖊️ 5. Stationery & Academic Materials

•Pens, notebooks, highlighters, A4 sheets

•Past questions, printed lecture slides, course handouts

✅ Buy in bulk and resell with a small markup.

 

 

🧺 6. Laundry and Ironing Services

•Offer to wash, dry, and iron clothes for busy or lazy students

✅ Use your hostel facilities and earn steady weekly income.

 

 

🍲 7. Meal Preps & Food Services

•Breakfast packs (bread & egg, waakye, rice)

•Evening food sales (jollof, noodles, fried rice)

✅ Cook in bulk and take orders via WhatsApp or Instagram.

 

 

💻 8. Digital Services

•Graphic design, CV writing, social media management

✅ If you have skills, you can charge per project and work flexibly.

 

 

📸 9. Photography or Videography

•Cover events, birthdays, or offer quick hostel photoshoots

✅ Charge per session or create affordable photo packages.

 

 

💅 10. Handmade Crafts

•Beaded jewelry, bracelets, tote bags, scented candles

✅ People love personalized items — especially for gifts.

 

 

🔌 Bonus Ideas:

•Sell airtime/data using apps or a mobile wallet

•Sell cosmetics or skincare from wholesale suppliers

•Offer assignment typing or printing services

•Sell SIM cards or register mobile money (if you’re allowed)

 

 

💡 Tips for Success:

•Start small with what you can afford

•Use social media to promote your products

•Keep track of your spending and profit

•Be reliable — word of mouth is powerful in school