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What is necessary to bring to the college dorm if I want to live in the dormitories?

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Idillio’s Answer

My freshman college student's son is moving in next week - your College/Institution should have posted something about it in their "housing" website. Anyhow this is what my son's college recommended

Room Essentials such as Twin XL Sheets, Pillows+ pillow case, Mattress pad, Blanket/Comforter

Kitchen Essentials such as Microwaveable dishes, Utensils /Can opener, Fridge not over 3.5 cubic ft and Microwave between 0.4 -0. 9 cubic ft

Medical Supplies such as Aspirin + bandages + Emergency medical kit. Your Health insurance card/ prescription card

School Supplies: Writing utensils (pens/pencils), Highlighters, Notebooks/ binders, Paper, Post-It Notes Tape/ stapler, Scissors, Calculator

Storage & Organization: Shoe rack, Hangers, Trash bags, Small plastic storage bins (32" L x18" W x14" H)

Bathroom + Laundry: Shampoo / conditioner, Soap (face/ body/ hand), Toothbrush+ toothpaste, Retainers/ mouth guards, Lotion, Washcloths, Towels, Nail clippers, Shower shoes + caddy, Kleenex, Q-Tips, Toilet paper, Cotton balls, Tweezers, Hair dryer, Razors / shaving accessories, Feminine hygiene products, Disinfectant, Laundry detergent / fabric softener, Dryer sheets, Air Fresheners, Disinfectant

Electronics: Computer/ laptop, Printer and ink cartridges, Ethernet cord (for internet connection beyond WIFI), USB flash drive, Surge protector
Cell phone+ charger, Headphones

Miscellaneous: Driver's license/ ID, ATM Card, Reusable water bottle, BrooI11 / dust pan, Area rug (5x8 or 8x10 fit nicely), Tower Fan, Alarm Clock, Command Strips (no holes in the wall allowed), Flashlight, AA/AAA batteries
Thank you comment icon Thank you so much for the advice. Blanca
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Audrey’s Answer

I think Idillio's answer is helpful. Here are some things I either forgot about completely before I moved in or really appreciated having, and why:

- mattress pad. the mattresses they have are thin and having a little extra cushion was helpful
- a table fan. although each dorm had its own thermostat/unit, it wasn't always the most reliable!
- a table lap for when you don't want all the overhead lights on
- earplugs in case your neighbors are keeping you awake
- an extension chord. some dorms don't allow them, but a lot of them do as long as they have a surge protector
- a hamper, preferentially one that's light (easy to carry) or had wheels because you're going to need to carry it to the laundry room
- bed risers! this was a necessity for space-saving, because once the bed is risen a bit, you can put storage bins underneath
- common cold medications, stomach medications, pain medications, etc
- hangers for the closet
- I ended up utilizing a three-tier drawer unit (one of the small ones with rollers on the bottom). this depends on the amount of storage you have, but I put socks and things like that in there. it was helpful because it was private, easy to access, and fit in the tiny closet
- a small chorded vacuum was a LIFE SAVER. especially if you have an area rug, a broom won't do the trick. hair, dirt, crumbs, dust, etc collects very quickly in such a small space and it can get gross if you don't clean
- face/hand towels
- a shower caddy to keep your things together while you shower. also shower shoes if you are sharing a shower
- toilet paper. the kind they provide is usually the super thin 1-ply

I hope this was helpful!
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