College Packing Checklist
Now that you’re heading off to college, it’s time to get organized. Whether you are living off-campus or living in a dorm or sorority, prepare for the experience by, first, communicating with potential roommates, your landlord, and/or your college’s student housing department. In doing so, it will help streamline your list of mandatory college necessities. Consider allocating the following items to make your college living transition, seamless. (Print and check-off items as you have them accounted for).
Sleeping Supplies
2 Sheet sets (sheets and pillow cases)
2 Pillows for bed
Comforter
Mattress protector
Mattress pad
Blanket
Alarm clock
Eating Supplies
Utensil set
Plastic plates
Plastic glasses
Coffee maker*
Toaster or toaster oven*
Pitcher Food storage containers
Can/bottle opener
Snack bag clips
Plastic storage bags
Reusable water bottle
Thermal mug
Mini-refrigerator*
Microwave*
Dish detergent/antibacterial spray
Shower Supplies
3 Towel sets (bath, hand towels, washcloths)
Bath mat/rugs
Shower tote/caddy
Shower curtain/liner
Shower sponge
Soap and toothbrush holder
Hair dryer
Curling iron/hot curlers
Mirror
Toilet bowl brush and cleaner
Soap/shampoo/lotion
Razors and shaving gel
Robe and slippers
Over-the-door shower rack
Organization Supplies
Storage bins/containers/crates
Storage boxes (for under bed as well as closset)
Storage trunk
Shoe rack
Hamper or laundry bag
Hangers
Adhesive hooks
Clothes drying rack
Concrete blocks to elevate bed*
Message board
Bulletin board
Wastebasket
Study Supplies
Bookcase
Shelves
Desk lamp
Back pack
Lap desk
Book light (for late night studying)
Extension cords
Surge protector
Notebooks/folders
Pens/pencils/highlighters
Calculator
Printing/typing paper
Printer
Furniture/Accessories
Lounge chair
Ottoman
Floor cushions
Floor rug
Throw pillows
Door mirror
Posters/artwork
Stereo
Floor Lamp
Walkman/MP3 player
Miscellaneous Supplies
Fan
Rain coat
Umbrella
Batteries
Dorm room deodorizer
Laundry detergent/fabric softener/dryer sheets
Stain remover
Mini tool kit
Mini first aid kit
Mini sewing kit
Quarters for laundry
Iron and over-the-door ironing board
Trash bags
Light bulbs
Surface/mirror cleaner
* If you are living in campus housing, certain items may have to be cleared with your school’s housing department.