School Pens

Poppin Luxe Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, 6/Pack (100086)~#|#~sp56580780_sc7
Poppin Luxe Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, 6/Pack (100086)~#|#~sp56580779_sc7
Poppin Luxe Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, 6/Pack (100086) is In-store only
Item # : 571711
Model # : 100086
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Draw clear, consistent lines with this 6-pack of white Poppin Luxe retractable black-ink gel pens.
  • Retractable gel pens for everyday writing tasks
  • Black ink for excellent readability
Price is $13.49
Unit of measure 6/Box
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Poppin Luxe Retractable Gel Pen, Fine Point, Black Ink, Dozen (108804)~#|#~sp166283594_sc7
Poppin Luxe Retractable Gel Pen, Fine Point, Black Ink, Dozen (108804)~#|#~sp166283593_sc7
Poppin Luxe Retractable Gel Pen, Fine Point, Black Ink, Dozen (108804) is In-store only
Item # : 24507555
Model # : 108804
  • Luxe retractable gel pen for the perfect delivery from brain to page
  • Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
Price is $19.99
Unit of measure 12/Pack
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Poppin Signature Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Black Ink, 6/Pack (106180)~#|#~sp60277819_sc7
Poppin Signature Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Black Ink, 6/Pack (106180)~#|#~sp60277818_sc7
Poppin Signature Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Black Ink, 6/Pack (106180) is In-store only
Item # : 24342726
Model # : 106180
Brainstorm ideas and write notes with this 6-pack of Poppin Signature white black-ink ballpoint pens.
  • Ballpoint pens for clear, consistent writing
  • Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
Price is $10.99
Unit of measure 6/Pack
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Poppin Luxe Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Blue Ink, 6/Pack (100089)~#|#~sp56580784_sc7
Poppin Luxe Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Blue Ink, 6/Pack (100089)~#|#~sp56580783_sc7
Poppin Luxe Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Blue Ink, 6/Pack (100089) is In-store only
Item # : 571726
Model # : 100089
Compose clean lines with these aqua fine-point Poppin Luxe retractable blue-ink gel pens.
  • Retractable gel pens for everyday writing tasks
  • Blue ink is easy to read
Price is $13.49
Unit of measure Box
1-hr pickup
Merangue Holiday Puff Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Blue Ink (38Q1325000000)~#|#~E6BD6D5D-27D2-470B-A4A08B2B13400F24_sc7
Merangue Holiday Puff Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Blue Ink (38Q1325000000)~#|#~77D24AC7-4FC8-43DC-B29AC70B598A26B0_sc7
Merangue Holiday Puff Ballpoint Pen, Fine Point, 0.7mm, Blue Ink (38Q1325000000) is In-store only
Item # : 24561358
Model # : 38Q1325000000
  • From reindeer to snowmen, and even a charming mouse, there's a ballpoint pen to match your mood during this holiday season
  • Smooth and consistent blue ink, perfect for note-taking and doodling
Price is $2.99
Price per unit $2.99/Pen
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Speedball Hunt Artists' Pen Nibs--Imperial No. 101 Box Of 12 [Pack Of 2] (2PK-9401)
Item # : 2133888
Model # : 21319-PK2
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  • Handcrafted from the finest steel with Bronze finish
  • Pen holder sold separately
Price is $60.39
Unit of measure 2/Pack
Free delivery by Wed, May 28
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Merangue Geo Animal Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink (38Q1-4150-00-000)~#|#~578E3D92-1F75-466C-AB35F05CB0C186EA_sc7
Merangue Geo Animal Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink (38Q1-4150-00-000)~#|#~AC95342D-A001-47A7-ABB9C50CFCC9FAD1_sc7
Merangue Geo Animal Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink (38Q1-4150-00-000) is In-store only
Item # : 24573052
Model # : 38Q1-4150-00000
  • Fancy ballpoint pen perfect for everyday writing
  • Black ink provides a smooth writing experience
Price is $1.99
Price per unit $1.99/Pen
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Poppin White Retractable Gel Luxe Pen, Black Ink, 100/Set (104290)~#|#~sp97532337_sc7
Poppin White Retractable Gel Luxe Pen, Black Ink, 100/Set (104290)~#|#~sp97532336_sc7
Item # : 24395001
Model # : 104290
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  • Luxe gel ink is a game changer
  • Retractable and always on point
Price is $232.79
Unit of measure 100/Set
Free delivery by Thu, May 29
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Merangue Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Blue Ink, 12/Pack (38Q1-8620-00-000)~#|#~43D875A7-8DB5-4027-A7BA120977C0F681_sc7
Merangue Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Blue Ink, 12/Pack (38Q1-8620-00-000) is In-store only
Item # : 24330375
Model # : 38Q1-8620-00000
  • Show off your elegance, style, and have fun while writing with these ballpoint pens
  • Blue ink has a rich color for excellent readability
Price is $2.99
Price per unit $0.25/Pen
Winsor and Newton Calligraphy Ink, Green, 1oz, 3/Pack (36776-PK3)~#|#~m002543341_sc7
Item # : 1717527
Model # : 36776-PK3
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  • Calligraphy inks formulated to ensure maximum color brilliance
  • Non-clogging with good flow characteristics when used in fountain and dip pens
Price is $36.19
Unit of measure 3/Pack
Free delivery by Wed, May 28
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Speedball Flat Pen Nibs C-4 pack of 2 [Pack of 6]~#|#~m002541631_sc7
Item # : 1722464
Model # : 17016-PK6
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  • Ideal for Roman, texts, italic lettering and for accented line drawing, scrolls and scripts
  • Pen sizes decrease as numbers increase, C-0 being the largest and C-6 the smallest; pen holders sold separately
Price is $60.89
Unit of measure 6/Pack
Free delivery by Wed, May 28
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Pilot Precise V5 Rollerball Pen, Extra Fine Point, 0.5mm, Assorted Ink, 5/Pack (PV5C5004)~#|#~sp108409206_sc7
Pilot Precise V5 Rollerball Pen, Extra Fine Point, 0.5mm, Assorted Ink, 5/Pack (PV5C5004)~#|#~sp108409205_sc7
Pilot Precise V5 Rollerball Pen, Extra Fine Point, 0.5mm, Assorted Ink, 5/Pack (PV5C5004) is In-store only
Item # : 24454811
Model # : 15157
  • Rollerball design delivers a bold ink laydown
  • Black, navy, turquoise, purple, and red ink for bright and clear writing
Price is $17.39
1-hr pickup
Sharpie S-Gel Retractable Gel Pen, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink, 4/Pack (2195670)~#|#~FC7B1DD7-29AC-45C6-82B33BF9089B6F0A_sc7
Sharpie S-Gel Retractable Gel Pen, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink, 4/Pack (2195670)~#|#~756AC79C-83B8-4005-9FC6440306FFC548_sc7
Sharpie S-Gel Retractable Gel Pen, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Black Ink, 4/Pack (2195670) is In-store only
Item # : 24616999
Model # : 2195670
The impact of Sharpie is now in a gel pen with the Sharpie S-Gel.
  • Sleek, stylish violet barrel gives pen a modern, professional look
  • Gel pen with no smear, no bleed technology
Price is $8.99
1-hr pickup
Pilot G2 Fashion Collection Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Assorted Ink, 5/Pack (31382)~#|#~s0810488_sc7
Pilot G2 Fashion Collection Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Assorted Ink, 5/Pack (31382)~#|#~s0810489_sc7
Pilot G2 Fashion Collection Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Assorted Ink, 5/Pack (31382) is Out of stock
Item # : 860318
Model # : 31382
The Pilot G2 Fashion Collection Gel Ink Pens feature smooth writing, long lasting G2 ink with a stylish fashion barrel.
  • Fashionable gel ink pens for free-flowing, smooth writing
  • Black, pink, blue, orange and green ink
Price is $11.99
Unit of measure 5/Pack Price per unit $2.40/Pen
Staples Revu Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Bold Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (50810)~#|#~sp40308216_sc7
Staples Revu Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Bold Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (50810)~#|#~sp40308175_sc7
Staples Revu Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Bold Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (50810) is Out of stock
Item # : 2497851
Model # : 50810-CC
Write smoothly and clearly with these Staples Revu retractable bold 1.2mm blue ballpoint pens.
  • Retractable ballpoint pens for ease of use
  • Blue ink is easy to read
Price is $3.19
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.27/Pen
BIC Velocity Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Blue Ink, 1.0mm, 36/Pack (VLG361BLU)~#|#~s1080756_sc7
BIC Velocity Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Blue Ink, 1.0mm, 36/Pack (VLG361BLU)~#|#~s1080755_sc7
BIC Velocity Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Blue Ink, 1.0mm, 36/Pack (VLG361BLU) is Out of stock
Item # : 2195211
Model # : VLG261-BLU
BIC Velocity retractable ballpoint pens feature the Easy Glide ink system for ultra-smooth writing.
  • Retractable ballpoint pen prevents ink from drying out
  • Blue ink
Unit of measure 36/Pack
Baudville Thankful Appreciation Retractable Gel Pen, Fine Point, Assorted Ink, 5 Pack (97285)~#|#~sp165198025_sc7
Baudville Thankful Appreciation Retractable Gel Pen, Fine Point, Assorted Ink, 5 Pack (97285) is Out of stock
Item # : 24523484
Model # : 97285
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  • These gel pens will be everyone's new favorite whether they're signing official documents or doodling away in their notebook
  • Blue, gray, and white pens have black ink; green pen has green ink, pink pen has pink ink
Price is $22.39
Pentel R.S.V.P. Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Pink Ink, Pack of 24 (PENBK91P-24)~#|#~sp132959440_sc7
Pentel R.S.V.P. Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Pink Ink, Pack of 24 (PENBK91P-24)~#|#~sp132959439_sc7
Pentel R.S.V.P. Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Pink Ink, Pack of 24 (PENBK91P-24) is Out of stock
Item # : 24497205
Model # : PENBK91P-24
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  • Ergonomic barrel
  • Pink ink
Price is $25.69
Unit of measure 24/Bundle Price per unit $1.07/Pen
BIC PrevaGuard Clic Stic Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Black Ink, 12/Pack (CSA11-BLK)~#|#~s1193503_sc7
BIC PrevaGuard Clic Stic Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Black Ink, 12/Pack (CSA11-BLK)~#|#~sp99820721_sc7
BIC PrevaGuard Clic Stic Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Black Ink, 12/Pack (CSA11-BLK) is Out of stock
Item # : 24454576
Model # : CSA11-BLK
  • Ballpoint pen for clear, consistent writing
  • Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
Price is $9.29
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.77/Pen
Baudville Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, 5/Pack (137176531)~#|#~B75E58D5-F6AF-47FD-9FB1980151A28140_sc7
Baudville Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, 5/Pack (137176531)~#|#~36685F18-2849-4FB9-8ADE3F7D0AC73CFB_sc7
Baudville Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, 5/Pack (137176531) is Out of stock
Item # : 24570197
Model # : 137176531
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  • Retractable gel ink pens for any task
  • Features black ink
Price is $21.69
Unit of measure 5/Pack
Musgrave Pencil Ballpoint Pen, Twin Tip Point, Red and Blue Ink, Pack of 24 (MUSDBUR-24)~#|#~sp161459673_sc7
Musgrave Pencil Ballpoint Pen, Twin Tip Point, Red and Blue Ink, Pack of 24 (MUSDBUR-24)~#|#~sp161459672_sc7
Musgrave Pencil Ballpoint Pen, Twin Tip Point, Red and Blue Ink, Pack of 24 (MUSDBUR-24) is Out of stock
Item # : 24521681
Model # : MUSDBUR-24
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  • Dual-sided pen
  • Wood cased
Price is $51.19
Unit of measure 24/Bundle Price per unit $2.13/Pen
Zebra Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Bold Point, 1.2mm, Assorted Ink, Bulk Pack (92209)~#|#~sp151517581_sc7
Zebra Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Bold Point, 1.2mm, Assorted Ink, Bulk Pack (92209)~#|#~s0745409_sc7
Zebra Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pen, Bold Point, 1.2mm, Assorted Ink, Bulk Pack (92209) is Out of stock
Item # : 180485
Model # : 92209
Bold, Smooth Performance Complements Design Elegance in a Retractable Pen
  • Superior low viscosity ink performance delivers a silky writing experience
  • Metal clip for secure clasp
Price is $40.59
Unit of measure 36/Pack Price per unit $1.13/Pen
Pentel EnerGel NV Liquid Gel Pen, Fine Point, Blue Ink (BLN25-C)~#|#~s0482178_sc7
Pentel EnerGel NV Liquid Gel Pen, Fine Point, Blue Ink (BLN25-C) is Out of stock
Item # : 1140554
Model # : PENBLN25C
  • Super-smooth blend of liquid and gel inks
  • Sleek and stylish barrel design
Price is $3.69
Price per unit $3.69/Pen
TRU RED™ Ballpoint Gripped Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black, Dozen, 36/Carton (52864CT)~#|#~s1195007_sc7
TRU RED™ Ballpoint Gripped Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black, Dozen, 36/Carton (52864CT)~#|#~s1195009_sc7
TRU RED™ Ballpoint Gripped Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black, Dozen, 36/Carton (52864CT) is Out of stock
Item # : 24571047
Model # : 52864CT
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Write comfortably through long meetings with this 12-pack of TRU RED™ black comfort-grip medium point ballpoint pens.
  • Ballpoint stick pen for clean, consistent writing
  • Low viscosity black ink for smoother writing experience
Price is $14.39
Unit of measure 36/Carton Price per unit $0.40/Pen
EnerGel RTX Sample Card Bubblegram, Black Ink is Out of stock
Item # : 24577982
Model # : XZ217
  • Retractable gel pens for everyday writing tasks
  • Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
Sharpie S-Gel Retractable Gel Pen, Medium Point, Black Ink is Out of stock
Item # : 24554087
Model # : 2196747
  • Retractable gel pen for everyday writing tasks
  • Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability
Paper Mate Profile Retractable Gel Pen, 0.5 mm Fine Point, Black Ink (2198631SMPL) is Out of stock
Item # : 24562402
Model # : 2198631
Paper Mate Profile Retractable Gel Pen, Fine Point, Black Ink
  • Retractable gel pen for everyday writing tasks
  • Black ink has a rich color for excellent readability

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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.