I have been told that laminate flooring is the way to go when it comes to flooring a rental because it is long lasting and durable.

Wood floors always look richer and more upscale in rentals but are not as durable as tile.

Tile is more durable but costly. 

Also, there is a great thread here on BP on how to harden your rentals (in other words, make them more durable, less prone to needing fixing/maintenance, etc), read the threads about property management, and buy those properties right.I think you'll do well.

Two points don't go all out on the college student rental, safe functional and durable finishes.

And if you have to replace the linoleum in the kitchen, consider tile; use a durable vinyl in the bathrooms; easily cleanable semi-gloss paint on the walls...To me those products improve the quality of the property, possibly allowing you to increase rents and they seem to stand the test of time (and negligent tenants). 

What are other landlords using for durable and easy to clean flooring options throughout living areas and bedrooms?

It’s been very durable so far.

House is only 1,200 sq feet, I've got some nice durable laminate that I can do the whole house for $2,400.

.), and we'll replace the current counter tops with something nicer and more durable.