School Pens
- Ballpoint pens for clear, consistent writing
- Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
- Rollerball design delivers a bold ink laydown
- Blue ink gives memos and notes a professional appearance
- Medium 0.7mm tip offers stunning visual appeal with a vivid color payoff
- Suitable for a variety of writing tasks and creative projects with the fluid ink of a marker and the durability of a rollerball
- Black gel pen is ideal for precise writing and notetaking
- Advanced ink dries fast for less smearing
- Ideal for a variety of everyday writing projects, ballpoint pens deliver crisp lines for amazing clarity
- Available in a variety of colors, the acid-free ballpoint pens are great school and writing supplies
- The medium 0.7 mm point balances between detail and boldness, suitable for any writing or creative need
- Water and fade-resistant gel ink helps you compose long-lasting, high-quality documents you can archive
- Retractable ballpoint pens for ease of use
- Blue ink is easy to read
- Extra fine point
- Erasable Gel Pen
- Retractable ballpoint pens for ease of use
- Blue ink is easy to read
- Rollerball design is great for everyday writing
- Blue ink is easy to read
- This medium point red pen offers erasable ink
- 1.0mm tip works for everyday writing
- Retractable ballpoint pens for ease of use
- Red ink for bright and clear writing
- Micro point pens deliver artistic interest and easy embellishments with the silky-smooth glide of a fountain pen
- Roller pen is a good choice for eco-conscious writers since it is made from 73% post-consumer recycled material
- Retractable ballpoint pens for ease of use
- Blue ink is easy to read
- Ballpoint pens for clear, consistent writing
- Red ink for bright and clear writing
- Retractable ballpoint pens for ease of use
- Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
- Ballpoint pens for clear, consistent writing
- Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
- Rollerball design is great for everyday writing
- Blue-black ink is easy to read
- Ballpoint stick pen for clean, consistent writing
- Low viscosity blue ink for smoother writing experience
- Rollerball design is great for everyday writing
- Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
- Gel pens offer smooth writing, bold ink saturation and excellent readability for notes or creative projects
- Ultra smooth, quick-dry ink prevents skipping and smudging
- Retractable gel pens for everyday writing tasks
- Green ink for bright and clear writing
- Retractable liquid gel ink pen that resists smudging
- Blue ink
- The fine 0.5mm micro point produces outstanding readability and detail
- Water and fade-resistant gel ink helps you compose long-lasting, high-quality documents you can archive
- Gel ink pens for any task
- Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
- Retractable gel pen for everyday writing tasks
- Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
- Gel ink pen refill, blue color
- Point size: 0.7mm medium point
- Assorted color gel pens are ideal for precise writing and notetaking
- Advanced ink dries fast for less smearing
- Sunday brunch-themed scented felt tip pens
- Assorted vivid colors for a variety of tasks
You wouldn't be surprised to hear that pens top are at the top of basically every school supply list out there, which is why at Staples, school pens come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and colors. But which one is right for you? Here's a quick guide to help you choose the perfect school pen.
Choosing the right pen
Ballpoint pens are great because they are known for clean writing and they are easy to use. Potential downsides to a traditional ballpoint pen for school is that the ink is more viscous making it ill suited for slick writing surfaces and can smudge. Additionally, there might not be as many color options for traditional ballpoint pens as other pen types. Gel pens offer a similar functionality with smooth writing and a wide variety of bright color option, but have the potential drawbacks of the potential to be messy and having a longer dry time. Rollerball pens are another great option for a low pressure, easy flowing ink pen, but you should be cautious about which paper you use with them as rollerball pens have a propensity to bleed through.
Alternative school pen types
You might also consider using felt pens when shopping for the new semester. Felt pens are a great choice for students who enjoy color coding because they typically offer bright colors with little to no smudging. On the other hand, felt pens can be more difficult to control and the ink can bleed through paper more than other options. Fountain pens are another great option for serious students looking to showcase their professionalism. Fountain pens offer smooth writing, and a classic look but can be difficult to use and are more prone to smudging.
Making a final selection
So, what's the best school pen for you? Ultimately, it depends on your personal preferences. If you're looking for bright colors and a smooth writing experience, gel pens are a great option. But if you prefer a clean look and easy use, ballpoint pens are the way to go. We've got a great selection of school pens, including gel pens, ballpoint pens, and more. Whether you're looking for a pen for school or just for writing at home, we've got the perfect school pen for you.
Personalized Pens for School
The Staples Promotional Products division offers an array of custom pens that you can personalize with your team or school logo in an array of colors and styles. With more than 100 pens to choose from, there’s a writing instrument that’s right for every occasion.