Preparing Stuff You Need For College

Many college students-to-be frantically pack their things a day before they have to move into the dorms. This is not the best way to go. You're bound to forget something or bring way to much with you. We'll start with the bare essentials, like toiletries and clothing. Then, we'll move onto things you may have to purchase to make your dorm feel like home.

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The Essentials

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These are the items that you just can't live without.

Toiletries

Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Towels
Washcloth
Sponge
Shampoo
Conditioner
Soap/Bodywash
Facial Cleansers
Contacts/Glasses
Contact Cleaning Solution/Case
Deodorant
Perfume/Cologne
Shaving Cream/Razor
Robe
Nail Clippers/Nail file
Extra Toilet Paper
Hair Dryer

Clothing

Hangers
5-10 Shirts
2-5 Pairs of Pants
1 Dressy Outfit (Suit or Dress)
1 Pair of Running Shoes
1 Pair of Dress Shoes
1 Pair of Everyday Wear Shoes
Two weeks worth of undergarments

Bedding

Extra Long Sheets
Pillowcases
Comforter and Blankets

Food

Non-perishable Snacks
Paper Towels
Napkins
Plates, Bowls and Cups
Frozen Dinners*
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables*

*Only if you have a mini-fridge.

Things To Buy

There's just some things you will have to break down for and buy. Here are the most important things you may have to shell out some cash for prior to moving into your dorm, if you don't have them already, that is.

Electronics

Laptop or Desktop Computer
Printer
Word Processing Software
Ethernet Cables
Small TV
Powersurge Protector
Alarm Clock
Telephone

Appliances

Mini-Fridge
Microwave
Small Fan

School Supplies

Binder With Plastic Sleeve
Subject Separators with Tabs
Pencils
Pens
Erasers
Lined Paper
Printer Paper
Spiral Notebooks
Highlighters
A Table-top Tray for organizing papers
Paperclips
Stapler/Staples
Scissors
Tape
Backpack
Calculator
Dictionary
Daily Planner

For Your Health

First Aid Kit
Shower Caddy
Shower Shoes
Prescription Medications
Over-the-Counter Medications (Pain Reliever, etc)
Umbrella
Vitamins
Flashlight

Storage

Underbed Boxes
Laundry Bag
Tupperware
Mini-Hanging File

For Laundry

Laundry Detergent
Change for Washer and Dryer
Iron
Ironing Board

Decoration

Pictures and Picture Frames
Rug
Desk Lamp
Posters
Bean Bag
Dry-Erase Board With Pens
Wall Calendar

And there you have it! You've prepared for several years now for college. Make the most of it while you're there. Enjoy the learning environment and make new friends. They say there's nothing like your time in college. Make sure you get all you can out of the experience!

Preparing Stuff You Need For College
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