10 Horror Movies About Students

Description: A group of sorority sisters are terrorized by obscene phone calls and then murders during the Christmas break. This pioneering slasher film set the stage for many horror tropes we see today.

Fact: It was remade in 2006, but the original is often cited for its suspense and effective use of sound.

Description: A group of sorority sisters accidentally kill their housemother and try to cover it up, only to be haunted by her vengeful spirit. This classic slasher film delves into the dark secrets of sorority life.

Fact: The film was remade in 2009 as "Sorority Row," but the original remains a cult favorite for its suspense and eerie atmosphere.

Description: A sorority pledge night turns deadly when a killer starts targeting the initiates. This film explores the psychological horror of initiation rites and the dark past of its main character.

Fact: The film was shot on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin, adding authenticity to the college setting.

Description: When students at Herrington High School start to suspect their teachers are not who they seem, they uncover a terrifying alien invasion. This film captures the paranoia and camaraderie among students as they fight back against the unknown.

Fact: The film features a young cast including Elijah Wood, Josh Hartnett, and Jordana Brewster, and was directed by Robert Rodriguez.

Description: At a college campus, a killer uses urban legends to commit murders, creating a chilling atmosphere of fear and suspicion among students. This film plays on the urban legends we all know, turning them into a terrifying reality.

Fact: The movie features a cameo by Robert Englund, famous for his role as Freddy Krueger.

Description: A college student gets entangled in a secret society with deadly consequences. This thriller combines elements of horror with the intrigue of secret societies on campus.

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

Description: A group of friends find themselves trapped inside a 1980s slasher movie, where they must use their knowledge of horror tropes to survive. This meta-horror comedy provides a fresh take on the genre.

Fact: The film pays homage to classic slasher films like "Friday the 13th" and "Sleepaway Camp."

Description: After her mother's death, a young woman returns to her childhood home, uncovering dark family secrets and encountering a malevolent spirit. While not strictly about students, it captures the horror of returning to one's past.

Fact: The film was well-received for its suspenseful storytelling and has a sequel titled "The Pact II."

Description: During the summer break, four students stay behind to clear out an old dorm, only to be hunted by a mysterious killer. This film is a classic example of the "isolated location" horror subgenre.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Pranks" but was changed to capitalize on the success of "The House on Sorority Row."

Description: Students at a prep school start a game of spreading rumors about a serial killer on campus, only to find out that their game might have deadly consequences. This film plays with the concept of truth and deception among peers.

Fact: The film was shot at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.