A College Packing List of Essentials for Your Dorm Room

Moving into student housing can be a stressful experience when trying to determine what to bring, what not to bring, and what is provided. We advise reviewing our lists below for guidance. If you forget anything important, there are a number of stores within walking distance that include Walgreens, CVS Pharmacy, Target, Jewel Osco (grocery), Macy’s, Old Navy, Nordstrom Outlet, Sears, and TJ Maxx!

ESSENTIALS

 Alarm clock

 Iron, ironing board and clothes hangers

 Laundry detergent and laundry basket or bag

 Linens/blankets and pillows (beds use extra-long twin sheets)

 Toiletries and any needed pharmaceutical supplies

 Towels and washcloths

 Wastebasket

 Micro fridge Combo or Small Microwave and Mini-fridge

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

 Room decorations to make your place feel like home

 3M Command Strips

 School supplies

 Computer/laptop

 Headphones

 Television

 Flashlight

 Hair dryer

THINGS NOT TO BRING (NOT PERMITTED)

 Candles and incense

 Animals, pets

 Bed, couch, extra chairs

 Open coil cooking appliances (such as toaster or coffee pot)

 Electric blanket

 Space Heater

 Fireworks, firearms, explosives, or other weapons, replicas or facsimiles

 Halogen lamp

 Hoover board

FURNITURE PROVIDED

 Extra-long twin bed

 Wardrobe closet, including two drawers

 Desk

 Desk Chair

Remember, the room/suite is to be shared with another person and their belongings. Please pack accordingly. Talk with future roommates and decide which shared items each person will be bringing. Want to build relationships before your first day of classes? Connect with other incoming students by joining our Incoming Student Facebook Group.