What to Bring to College Checklist

05/05/15

By Unigo Editors

*Try to coordinate with your roommate on what to bring.

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Bathroom/Toiletries

? Aspirin

? Band-Aids

? Bath towels (bring at least two)

? Bathrobe

? Brush/comb

? Flip flops

? Hair dryer

? Dental floss

? Deodorant

? First aid kit

? Mouthwash

? Nail clippers

? Neosporin

? Razor

? Shampoo/conditioner

? Shaving cream

? Shower caddy

? Soap/soap dish

? Tissues

? Toothbrush/toothpaste

? Q-tips

? Washcloth

Bed

? Blankets

? Comforter

? Mattress pad

? Pillow and pillowcases

? Sheets

Electronics

? Alarm clock

? Computer

? Extension cords

? Headphones

? Phone/Ethernet cord

? Printer

? Speakers/stereo

? Surge protector (bring two)

? Television

Furniture

? Area rug

? Bulletin board and push pins

? Desk lamp

? Erasable white board

? Fan

? Hangers

? Under-the-bed storage boxes

? Trash can

Study Supplies

? Assignment book/daily planner

? Backpack/Messenger bag

? Calculator

? Calendar

? Folders

? Highlighters

? Index Cards

? Labels

? Markers/Sharpies

? Notebooks

? Pens/pencils

? Post-its

? Printer paper

? Rubber bands

? Ruler

? Scissors

? Stackable desk trays

? Stapler/staples

? Tape

? Three-hole punch

? White-out

Food

? Bottled water

? Granola bars/breakfast bars

? Oatmeal

? Popcorn

? Ramen noodles

? Soup

? Your favorite snacks

Laundry

? Detergent

? Dryer sheets

? Iron

? Laundry bag/hamper

? Rolls of quarters

? Stain remover

Kitchen

*Many residential halls have kitchens that provide items such as microwaves or hot plates. Contact your school before moving in to see what you’ll need to bring on your own.

? Can/bottle opener

? Chip clips

? Coffee maker

? Coffee mug/thermos

? Small refrigerator

? Hot plate

? Microwave

? Paper towels

? Portable water filter

? Tupperware

? Utensils/cups/bowls

? Ziploc bags