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This post is all about college packing list.
One of the best college experience is living on campus. You get to make new friends, live on your own, and being able to live close to your classes.
If your feeling stressed out about what to pack this post will help you pack for everything you may need. This is a pretty general packing list but will give you an idea of what other things to bring.
This will also help reduce the risk of forgetting anything on move-in day. The last thing you need is to forget your mattress topper (please don’t forget that).
College Packing List
Bathroom
I was lucky enough to share a bathroom with one other person which is awesome for me but I know not everyone has that opportunity so this includes those who have their own bathroom or communal. I know not everyone has that opportunity so this includes those who have their own bathroom or communal.
- Bath Towels (SA pick: Set of four soft bath towels)
- Hand Towels
- Washcloths
- Shower Curtain and rings
- Poo Pourri (SA pick: leave your bathroom smelling absolutely fresh with citrus scent)
- Shower Mat
- Towel Wrap (SA pick: Women’s Spa Towel Wrap)
- Toilet Bowl Brush/Plunger
- Robe
- Shower curtain and rings
- Shower Caddy
- Hair Wrap
- Flip Flops
My Favorite Bathroom Products:
Bedding
The bedding is the most important part of your college bedroom. This year I’m investing in my bed because you spend a large amount of time in your dorm room and mainly in bed.
I want something to look forward to after a long hard day of classes. This past year I made a big mistake not investing in my bed.
So take my advice and make it as cozy and Pinterest worthy as possible.
- Mattress Pad
- Mattress Topper
- Twin XL sheet set
- Pillows
- Pillowcases
- Throw Blanket
- Throw Pillows
My Favorite Bedding Products:
Electronics
College is mainly wrapped around technology. You need to have access to your work on some kind of electronic device to be able to store documents, pictures, and important papers.
- Laptop
- TV
- Alarm Clock
- Extension Cord
- Printer
- Fan
- Headphones
- HDMI Cable
(RELATED POST: 10 Helpful Dorm Organization Ideas)
Desk/School Supplies
One of my favorite things to do is getting new school supplies. The only thing different between college and high school supplies is your professor won’t be as strict about certain supplies.
My one advice is to wait to buy your school supplies until you see what you may need.
- Backpack
- Calendar
- Bulletin/Dry Erase Board
- Desk Lamp
- Desk Organizer
- Tape
- Binder Clips/Paper Clips
- Binder
- Notebooks
- Scissors
- Index Cards
- Calculator
- Stapler
- Pencils
- Pencil Sharpener
- Pens/Highlighters
- Planner (Check out my post on how to organizing your planner)
My Favorite School Supplies Products:
Decoration
Make your dorm room pretty! I created a whole post filled with Pinterest-worthy dorm rooms that will transform your dorm room the best on campus.
- Makeup Mirror
- Pictures
- Lighting
- Tapestry
- Lamp
- Diffuser
- Rug
- Command Strips
- Extra Seating Area
- Curtains
- Wall Decor
- Ottoman
My Favorite Decor Products:
(RELATED POST: 14 Cozy Dorm Room That You Need To Incorporate in Your Room)
Storage
Dorm rooms
- Closet Organizer
- Hangers
- Jewelry Organizer
- Over the Door Storage
My Favorite Storage Products:
Toiletries
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Mouthwash
- Feminine Products
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body Wash
- Hand Wash
- Hand Sanitizer
- Cleanser
- Chapstick
- Nail Polish
- Nail Polish Remover
- Makeup
- Shaver
- Shaving Cream
- Deodorant
Laundry
It’s time to be an adult and start doing your won laundry unless you are one of those people who like to send laundry home (no judgment here). Laundry is such a tedious task you have to wash, dry, then fold. It is just something we need to do to stay clean.
- Laundry Hamper
- Detergent
- Bleach
- Fabric Softner
- Sewing Kit
- Stain Remover
- Dryer Sheets
- Drying Rack
- Iron
- Ironing Board
- Lint Brush
Cleaning
You’d be absolutely surprised how dirty your dorm room can get. Having these cleaning supplies will help you have a tidy room.
- Small Trashcan
- Larger Trashcan
- Broom
- Vacuum
- Air Freshener
- All Purpose Cleaner
- Swiffer
Document
It is so important to carry all of your
- Copy Birth Certificate
- Social Security Card
- Health Insurance Card
- Auto Insurance
Miscellaneous
- Tool Kit
- Umbrella
- Rain jacket
- Weekend Bag
Food
I created two whole posts about a variety of foods you need to try. I have one post filled with healthy snacks that won’t make you feel guilty and my other post is filled with mouthwatering breakfasts that will save you time.
- Water Filter Pitcher
- Coffee
- Coffee Creamer
- Popcorn
- Bottled Water
- Bulk Snacks (Costco or Sam’s Club)
- Cereal
This post showed you The Ultimate College Packing List
Allison
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