10 Must-Watch College Horror Films

Description: While not exclusively set in a college, this film's sorority house setting captures the essence of college life. A group of sorority sisters are stalked by a mysterious killer during the holiday season, setting the stage for many slasher films to come.

Fact: It's often cited as one of the first slasher films, influencing classics like "Halloween."

Description: This classic slasher film follows a group of sorority sisters who accidentally kill their house mother and then face a vengeful killer during their graduation party. It's a quintessential college horror experience with a twist of dark comedy.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events at the University of California, Berkeley, where a sorority house was rumored to be haunted.

Description: A college student undergoes a sorority initiation that spirals into a night of terror as she uncovers her family's dark secrets. This film blends psychological horror with the slasher genre, making it a unique entry in college horror.

Fact: The film features a cameo by the legendary horror actress, Veronica Cartwright.

Description: Two college students try to exploit a loophole in their school's policy where if a roommate commits suicide, the surviving roommate gets straight A's. This dark comedy horror film blends humor with the macabre.

Fact: The film's premise was inspired by an urban legend about college suicide policies.

Description: A group of high school students (who are about to go to college) discover that their teachers are aliens. While not strictly a college film, it captures the essence of student life and the fear of the unknown.

Fact: The film features an ensemble cast including Elijah Wood, Josh Hartnett, and Robert Patrick.

Description: A college campus is terrorized by a killer who uses urban legends as murder methods. This film taps into the fear of the unknown and the power of rumors in a college setting.

Fact: The film features a young Jared Leto and a cameo by Robert Englund, known for his role as Freddy Krueger.

Description: A college student gets entangled with a secret society, only to find that membership comes with deadly consequences. This film explores themes of power, privilege, and the dark side of campus elitism.

Fact: The film was inspired by real secret societies at Yale University like Skull and Bones.

Description: A college freshman's dream of independence turns into a nightmare when her new roommate becomes dangerously obsessed with her. It's a psychological thriller with elements of horror.

Fact: The film was loosely inspired by the 1992 film "Single White Female."

Description: While not set in a college, the film's plot involves a young woman returning to her childhood home, which has connections to her college past. It's a chilling tale of hauntings and family secrets.

Fact: The film was well-received for its unique approach to the ghost story genre.

Description: A group of students staying behind during the Christmas break at their college dorm encounter a series of gruesome murders. This film is a slow-burn horror with a classic '80s slasher vibe.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Pranks" but was changed to capitalize on the success of other horror films with similar titles.