Other desk supplies: Stuff like scissors, paperclips, tape, and a stapler may all be useful for your student. Notetaking: Notebooks, folders, binders, note pads, pens, pencils, and highlighters will all be essential for taking notes in class.(A foldable drying rack can come in handy too.) Laundry hamper: You can opt for laundry baskets, but if your student has a bit of a trek to the laundry room, soft-sided hampers with handles (and wheels) make for easy transportation.Storage bins: Look at a variety of sizes and types for under the bed, in the closet, or anywhere you can squeeze them.Hangers: Pack more hangers than you think your student will need. It’s amazing how they disappear.Self-care products/makeup: Toiletries and other products will vary greatly based on your student’s needs and preferences.Robe: These are useful for walking from the bathroom back to the dorm room.Beach or pool towels are also useful depending on amenities and the location of your student’s school. Towels: Like sheets, bring at least two.Shower shoes: No one wants to have bare feet in the shared dorm showers.Shower caddy: Helps keep all your student’s bathroom necessities organized and makes for easy transportation to and from the bathroom.Dish Soap: If you’ve got dishes, you need soap.Paper towels: They’re essential to have around for cleaning up, doubling as napkins and more.Coffee maker/tea maker: An investment that can save money down the road since your student won’t need to make as many trips to the local coffee shop.Mini fridge and microwave: Before purchasing check with your student’s school to see if there are microwaves and fridges provided, or if they are available to rent.Kitchenware: utensils, and microwavable coffee mugs, plates, and bowls: These can be a lifesaver for making dorm meals or reheating and eating leftovers.Throw pillows/blankets: A fun way to personalize your student’s space.Bedside caddy: These attach to the bed and allow easy access to electronics and other essentials.Bed risers: The school may provide them so check first, but regardless of who supplies these they add precious under-bed storage.Dorm beds are not usually the stuff of dreams. Mattress protector and mattress topper: Zip up the mattress to keep bugs away and add a little softness with a topper.Pillows and pillowcases: Sometimes students will actually change these-at least more often than sheets.Most schools provide Twin XL-sized mattresses in freshmen dorm rooms. Be sure to double-check what size mattress the school provides and buy the appropriately sized sheets. Duvet and duvet insert, or comforter: Bring the right weight comforter for the climate, and keep in mind that duvets are much easier to wash than comforters and cost less to dry in machines where they charge.College Dorm Room Checklist Bedding Necessities Here are some suggestions based on my family’s personal experiences, and the feedback we’ve received over the years from our “ Paying for College 101” Facebook members. Your checklist should include essential items that help your student focus on schoolwork while also making their new home feel comfortable. If you have a student starting college away from home this fall, it’s time to prepare for the move by creating a dorm-room checklist.
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