THE COLLEGE DORM CHECKLIST

Use this checklist to help you think through the essential items you may need to bring when you move in to your new college home. A free downloadable version of this checklist is available here.

SLEEPING                                                           EATING

__Extra-long twin sheets (2 sets)              __Microwaveable cereal bowls/plates

__Foam mattress pad                              __Utensils

__Comforter                                            __Mugs

__Blanket                                               __Can/bottle opener

__Bed Pillow                                           __Chip clips

__Clip-on Fan                                          __Food Storage Containers

__Clip-on Lamp                                       __Paper Towels

__Alarm Clock

 

SHOWERING                                          DRESSING/LAUNDERING                                         

__Shower Caddy                                   __Iron

__Shower Shoes                                   __Ironing Board

__Towels and Washcloths                     __Clothes Basket

__Robe                                                __Lint Brush

__Toiletries                                          __Wrinkle Release

__Hair Dryer/Hair Products                    __Laundry Detergent/Dryer Sheets

__Stain Stick

__Drying Rack

 

COMPUTING                                           DECORATING

__Surge Protectors                               __Wall hooks/removable poster tape

__Flash Drive                                       __Posters/photos

__Laptop accessories                           __Memo board/bulletin board

__Printer/ink cartridges                         __Dry erase markers

__Printer paper                                     __Area rug

__Ethernet cable (a long one)                __Throw pillows/blankets

__Headphones

 

STUDYING                                                           STORING

__Tape, Stapler, Scissors                    __Pant/Skirt hangers

__Pens/Pencils                                   __Underbed storage container

__Binders                                           __Over-door hook or shoe rack

__Backpack                                        __Bed lifts (if you are unable to loft your bed)

__Calculator

 

PERSONAL                                             IF NOT PROVIDED (AND IF THERE’S ROOM)

__Camera                                              __TV

__Rain Coat                                           __DVD player

__Umbrella                                            __Chair/Futon

__Snow Boots                                       __Window Fan

__Sewing kit                                         __Bookshelf

__Basic tool kit                                     __Full length mirror

__Flashlight                                          __Microwave

__First Aid/Medication                           __Mini refrigerator

__Duct Tape

__Power strips/extension cords

__Stamps/Stationary

__ Phone charger

 

EVEN IF NOT EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED, IT’S JUST A BAD IDEA TO BRING: 

__Toasters and toaster ovens

__Coffee Pots

__Candles/incense

__Hot plates, electric skillets or grills

__Halogen lamps

__Valuable jewelry or other irreplaceable items

__Electric Blanket

__Popcorn Popper

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