Halloween Costumes for College Guys: 40 Game-Changing Ideas

College Halloween costumes guys can rock this year

In today’s post I rounded up all the coolest Halloween costumes for college guys.

Even though college girl Halloween outfits tend to get more attention on this Spooktacular day…

Dudes love brainstorming clever ideas and dressing up just as much (if not more) than their female counterparts.

As a college student, Halloween is an event you look forward to all year.

Dressing up, going to parties, and having fun with friends–what’s not to love about All Hallows’ Eve?

To help you pick out something kickass to wear:

I put together a list of 40 Halloween costumes for college guys. Below are some of the best ideas to copy this year.

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• Best Ideas for College Guys
• Easy Costumes
• Last Minute Ideas
• Last Minute Ideas for Guys With Beards
• Funny Ideas

Best College Halloween Costumes for Guys

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First up on this list are the most impressive college Halloween costumes ideas.

If you have the time and want to go all out, you can’t go wrong with recreating one of these amazing examples.

1. Inflatable Dinosaur Suit

I’m sure you’ve seen the popular inflatable T-Rex costume running around.

But a Diplodocus suit? Nah–now that’s a little more creative.

2. Max from Where The Wild Things Are

This nostalgic Where the Wild Things Are idea is easily a top choice for college guys.

I don’t see how being a Wolf King for Halloween isn’t badass.

3. Creative Portal Halloween Costume

This Portal inspired costume idea is genius.

It also gets points for being easy to DIY with a friend. Now you just have to decide who’s going to be which half.

4. Skeletor (from the 80’s show, He-Man)

Everyone knows there’s nothing cooler than a bad boy.

And Skeletor is the ultimate bad boy.

5. Giant Whoopie Cushion

This costume is an easy segue into all those fart jokes you have up your sleeve.

6. Exposed Anatomy

Love being shirtless?

This Halloween costume idea is the perfect excuse to flaunt your bod.

7. Dwight from the Office

The Office is still relevant which is why dressing up as Dwight is a great choice.

If you have an Angela to go with you – even better.

8. Pointing Spiderman

Look no further for an easy idea to coordinate with your best friend.

9. Guy Fieri

This look will have all the ladies asking you to take them to Flavor Town.

10. Rod Kimble from Hot Rod

The perfect choice for all the college guys who like to party.

P.S. Here’s how you can DIY this Hot Rod costume (if you’re feeling crafty).

11. McLovin

Speaking of parties:

Don’t forget to bring your I.D. so everyone knows you’re old enough to party.

12. Oscar the Party Animal

This crazy good idea is easily one of the best college Halloween costumes for guys. Oscar even moves in the trash can.

It’s creative, funny, and you can be sure that no one else will be wearing it.

Video: Oscar the Grouch Costume for Guys

Copy the idea with these step-by-step instructions.

 

13. Wes Anderson Halloween Costumes

Wes Anderson movie buffs will understand the look these two college guys were going for.

 

14. Van Gogh

If you already have a red hair and beard, a Van Gogh costume is a shoo-in.

Video: How to Be Van Gogh for Halloween

 

Easy Halloween Costumes for Guys

Fun ideas to go with when the path of least resistance is the one you want to take.

15. Charlie Brown

Some men lose their hair earlier in life than others.

Take advantage of it by using this idea!

 

16. Clark Kent

You probably already own a suit of some kind, so all you really need is the Superman tee and some glasses.

17. Jake from State Farm

A red shirt of any kind will work for this easy college Halloween costume idea.

 

18. Baseball Player

Got a friend who plays baseball?

Borrow their uniform for the night to save money on this look.

 

19. Math Nerd

Get ready to hear a lot of bad jokes if you go as a nerd for Halloween.

 

20. DIY Ghostbusters

A simple way for you and the boys to show that you’re all part of the same crew.

Get a printable Ghostbusters logo here.

 

Last Minute Halloween Costumes for Guys in College

Let’s be real:

Procrastinating is wayyyy too easy.

Just because you didn’t plan ahead doesn’t mean you can’t dress up, though.

These clever college Halloween costume ideas have your back. Because they can be slapped together in no time at all.

21. Mean Girls Homage

You can literally throw together this look in minutes, score!

 

22. Sticky Notes Everywhere

Just put sticky notes all over your body and call it good.

 

23. Freddie Mercury Halloween Costume

Kill two birds with one stone:

Get a head start on No Shave November and look cool on Halloween.

 

24. Lonely Island Throwback

I think this has to be my favorite last minute Halloween costume for guys.

The Lonely Island video still holds up 10+ years later.

 

25. DIY DoodleBob

NEHOY MENOY HOY MENYOY!

 

26. Jeff Spicoli

Fast Times at Ridgemont High fans can appreciate the bagel in the pants look.

 

27. John Cusack in Say Anything

Guys in college can replicate an iconic movie moment with minimal efforts. Nail the look with a trench coat and the help of a cardboard box!

Last Minute Costumes for Guys With Beards

Amazing Halloween ideas with absolutely no shaving required.

28. The Dude

“I’m not Mr. Lebowski. You’re Mr. Lebowski.

I’m the Dude. So that’s what you call me.”

This costume is 100% cool.

29. Alan Garner from The Hangover

Embrace your eccentric side and your facial hair by using this last minute Halloween costume for guys.

 

30. Drake

I know Halloween is over now but I think everyone still needs to see my little brother’s costume pic.twitter.com/ZP6rMogSsU

— Sarah🌻✨🍋💛 (@SarahLoughran_) November 1, 2018

The beauty of this Halloween costume:

You only need jeans and a striped tee to go with your bangin’ beard. Get tips on how to style your beard like Drake here.

 

31. Marathon Runner Forrest Gump

An idea for the college guys who just felt like letting their beard grow out.

32. Lumberjack

– “There’s like 7 costumes you can pull off with a beard.”

So you might as well face the facts:

Lumberjacks will always be perfect last minute costumes for men with beards.

 

33. Aquaman

Most superheroes are clean shaven:

But Aquaman is one you can rock with hair on your face.

 

Funny Halloween Costumes for College Guys

Do you want to really let your sarcastic side shine?

Try one of these college Halloween costume ideas. They’re witty as hell.

34. Woman Bent Over Squinting Meme

The hardest part of putting together this costume might be finding heels in the right size.

35. Ron Swanson

Make sure to get all the bacon and eggs you can while dressed like Ron.

 

36. Russell, the Kid from UP

Don’t be afraid to let everyone know what your favorite Pixar movie is.

Recreate this idea with a DIY sash and a DIY ascot.

 

37. How do you do, fellow kids?

This idea will help you seamlessly blend in with the cool crowd at college parties.

Bonus points if you can do any sick skateboard tricks.

 

38. The Royal Baby

Prince William’s kids are a little bit older now…

Update the idea by using Prince Harry’s face instead!

 

39. Old Greg

One of the more obscure but still funny Halloween costumes for guys in college is Old Greg.

If you know, you know….I’ll just leave it at that.

 

40. Awaken With JP Costume

Halloween is the time to get ultra spiritual and bring your enlightenment to a whole new level.

 

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Final Thoughts on College Halloween Costumes for Guys

So those are our top 40 picks for coolest costumes for college guys to wear in 2021.

Many have been around for years and I expect them to continue to popular for years to come. They’re favorites for a reason, after all!

 

Related Halloween ideas:

• Easy College Halloween Costumes for Girls (38 Totally Genius Looks)
• Halloween Care Package Ideas for College Kids
• 15 Devil Costume College Girls Will Want to Copy ASAP
• 11 Cute Ideas for a College Barbie Halloween Costume

 

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Game-Changing College Halloween Costumes for Guys