College Dorm List

With seniors starting to prepare to go to college in late August, knowing what to pack up for your dorm can be stressful. Packing early and knowing what to pack can help reduce the stress you’re feeling. Making a dorm list can help keep you organized with the things you already have and identify which items you need to shop for. Whether you’re moving out of state or staying in-state, make a list that best suits you and your needs. The list below includes ten different categories that give you an idea of what you might want to bring to your dorm.

 

Bedding

Pillow

Extra pillows to decorate your bed

Pillowcases 
Bedsheets (most colleges recommend bringing the average “dorm size,” which is Twin XL)

Two sets of sheets should be fine to bring
Comforter/Bedspread sets (Amazon, Wayfair, Dormify, and Target have some affordable sets)

Blankets 
Bed risers (to make your bed higher)
Under-bed storage with lids (to store shoes, extra bedding, etc.)

 

Shower

Towels
Shower flip flops (to wear inside of the shower to prevent getting an infection on your feet)
Shower caddy

Be sure to have these things in your caddy:

Shampoo and Conditioner
Toothbrush/toothpaste
Loofah
Bath soap
Cleanser (for face)

Bathrobe
Tissue
Shower cap

 

Toiletries

Hairstyling products
Comb/Brush
Tweezers/Nail Clippers
Feminine Products:

Hair Dryer/Straightener/Curling Iron
Makeup
Eye Makeup Remover/Nail Polish Remover
Hair Accessories

Cotton swabs
Lotion
Skincare products
Razors
Shaving Cream
Deodorant
Perfume/Cologne
Eye Drops
Eye Glasses
Contact Lenses
Sunscreen
Medical Supplies

First Aid Kit
Medicine (Cough, Cold, Allergy, Pain)
Thermometer
Antibiotic Ointment

Hand Sanitizer

 

Clothes

Underwear
Socks
Pants/Jeans
Shirts
Shorts
Sweatpants
Leggings
Pajamas
Slippers/ flip-flops
Sweaters
Light/heavy jackets
Gloves/scarf/hat 
Sneakers/Casual shoes 
Workout clothes 

*Some students bring certain clothes depending on what season it is and how far the school is from their house

 

Laundry

Laundry Basket/Hamper
Laundry Detergent
Fabric Softener 
Bleach
Dryer Sheets 
Lint Brush
Stain Remover Sticks 
Iron
Ironing Board
Quarters (some colleges have laundry machines, some do not. It’s important to carry quarters just in case you need to pay to use the machine)

 

Kitchen/Cleaning

Microwave
Microwaveable plates
Utensils
Cups
Mini Fridge
Freezer Ice Pack
Glass cleaner
Surface cleaner
Paper towels
Antibacterial/Disinfecting wipes
Wipes to clean your laptop and phone 
Trash bags 
Small vacuum

 

Furniture 

Desk/Bedside lamp 
Desk 
Chairs

Desk, Lounge, Beanbag, Sofa

Bedside table
Wall Decor

Tapestries, Pictures of friends and family, Wall Art

Rug
Curtains 
Mirror
Trashcan

 

School Supplies

Laptop
Pencils/Pens
Paper
Notebooks
Binders
Paperclips
Sticky notes
Highlighters
Ruler
Calculator
Stapler
Envelopes
Stamps
Markers
Index Cards
Pencil Sharpener
Scissors
Tape

Miscellaneous

TV and remote
Cell charger 
Extension cord
Backpack/Purse 
Money
Suitcase
Camera
Headphones
Pack of masks 

 

Important Documents

Make sure these items are stored in a place that is safe and only you know where they are

 

Debit/Credit cards
Car

Driver’s License 
Car Insurance
Car Registration

Student ID
Social Security Card
Medical Information
Financial Aid Forms
List of Emergency Contacts