This is the ultimate college packing list including everything you need to take with you to your new dorm room and all of the school supplies you will need!

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Getting everything ready to take with you to school and your new dorm room is such an exciting time! Everything is fresh and new, and the opportunities ahead of you are truly endless and unlimited.

With getting everything ready comes some uncertainty however, so I’m here to help and guide you to know what you absolutely need and what you absolutely should bring with you when you go off to school and into your new dorm room!

After reading and checking off this list you’ll be ready and prepared to take on your next adventure!

I also wrote Dorm Room Essentials: 46 Best Dorm Necessities That You Need Right Now if you want to check that post out too. This list goes into more detail for each category and includes more of the smaller items that you’ll need to bring with you to your dorm!

Dorm Room Packing List

Bedroom Dorm Essentials

Making sure that you have good quality bedding is one of the most important things that you can do. You spend a third of your life (or more!) sleeping and relaxing in bed, and getting the best sleep possible will pay off greatly when it comes to keeping you refreshed and ready for your classes and learning. These products will help you get the best sleep possible in your dorm!

• Comforter/Duvet & duvet cover (find out ahead of time what size bed you’ll have)
• Pillows
• Mattress protector (for cleanliness)
• Mattress topper (for comfort)
• Sheet set & pillow cases
• Blanket
• Rug
• Alarm clock (for when your phone accidentally dies during the night)
• Blackout curtains
• Storage drawers
• Hanger closet organizer
• Command hooks
• Fan & space heater
• Comfy chair
• Vanity mirror
• Makeup organizer

Bathroom Dorm Essentials

• Shower caddy
• Bath towels
• Washcloths
• Robe
• Shower shoes
• Shower speaker
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Face wash
• Moisturizer
• Face moisturizer
• Body wash
• Loofah
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Dental floss
• Mouthwash
• Makeup
• Hair brush
• Hair dryer/straightener/curling iron
• Feminine products
• Deodorant
• Tweezers
• Razor
• Shaving cream
• Hand sanitizer
• Kleenex
• First aid kit

Kitchen Dorm Essentials

• Plates, bowls, & mugs
• Tumbler (for water)
• Utensils
• Mini fridge (check ahead to see if you are provided one)
• Microwave (check ahead to see if you are provided one)
• Brita Water Pitcher
• Keurig
• Coffee pods & sugar & powdered milk or cream
• Travel mug
• Hot plate
• Ziploc bags
• Chip clips
• Paper towels
• Snacks that can be stored on your shelves
• Snacks that can be stored in your fridge (if you have one)

Study Dorm Essentials

• Laptop
• Desk lamp
• Desk chair
• Printer & paper
• Long phone charger
• Extension cord
• Flash drive
• Backpack
• Planner
• Pens
• Highlighters
• Post-it notes
• Scissors
• Stapler & staples
• Garbage can
• Noise canceling headphones

Cleaning Dorm Essentials

• Laundry bin/hamper
• Tide Pods & dryer sheets
• Handheld steamer
• Lysol Wipes
• Lightweight vacuum
• Handheld broom & dustpan
• Swiffer WetJet
• Swiffer Duster

Decor Dorm Essentials

• String/fairy lights
• Wall art (browse the super cute & inexpensive options on Etsy)
• Essential oil diffuser

This list will help you prepare for your time away from home by making your dorm feel like your new home! Being prepared takes the stress out of moving, so now you can focus on the exciting parts of going off to school!

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