Wondering what to bring to college? You can find all of your college needs with this list of the Ultimate College Dorm Room Essentials. Be prepared and start the year off right with these must-haves for first-year college students.
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It seems like yesterday that I was beaming with pride while watching my youngest son accept his high school diploma. But, now here we are pulling out the checklist we made when his older brother headed off to college.
Let’s face it, preparing for college can be so exciting but also very stressful. You don’t want to forget anything but it’s hard to think of everything. That is where this list of college dorm essentials comes in. These must-have items will help you be prepared when move-in day arrives.
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Ultimate College Dorm Room Essentials
- Digital Alarm Clock with Wireless Charging
Whiteboard Calendar and Corkboard
- Desk Lamp
- Desk Fan
- Sheets- Twin XL
- Comforter- Twin XL
- Mattress Pad
- Bed Risers
- Backpack
- Bluetooth Speaker
- Surge Protector
- Smart TV
- Iced Coffee maker
– Don’t like iced coffee? Then, try this single-serve coffee brewer instead. It would be a great addition to any dorm room.
- Mini Fridge
- Area Rug
- Shower Caddy
- Shower Shoes
– These shower shoes for women are comfortable and come in a variety of cute colors.
- Water Bottle– This 1-gallon water bottle is also a great way to stay hydrated during the day between classes.
- Foot Locker
- Towel and Washcloth Set
- Men’s Bathrobe
- Woman’s Bathrobe
- Blanket- Twin XL
- Snack Box
- Lap Desk
- Planner
- Desk Organizer
- Noise-Cancelling Headphones
- Carpet Sweeper
- Closet Organizer
- Over the Door Storage
- Cord Organizer
- Laptop
A few more items that you can pick up at your local Walmart or Dollar Tree
- trash can
- broom and dustpan
- storage bins
- pillows
- hanging laundry bag
- laundry detergent, stain remover, and fabric softener
- lint brush
- push pins (for cork board)
- stapler/ staples
- pens and pencils
- notebooks/ folders
- index cards
- post-it’s
- paper clips
- tape
- scissors
- highlighters
- sharpies
- ruler
- posters/pictures
- pain reliever
- antacids
- first aid kit
- toiletries such as shampoo, conditioners, body wash, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, mouthwash, and shaving kit
- paper towels
- food storage containers
- can opener
- disinfecting wipes
- trash bags
- coffee mugs
- removable adhesive hooks
- umbrella
- air freshener
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