Getting ready to move into college is probably one of the most exciting times of your life. You’re anxiously looking forward to stepping into that empty dorm to make it a place of your own for the next year. Dorm room shopping can be fun, but it can also be overwhelming. There is SO much to buy and prepare. But, don’t let this milestone be tarnished by unneeded stress! We’ve got for you the ultimate checklist for college packing to make your life easier. (And your parents’, because let’s face it, they’re most likely the ones buying it all for you!)
The bedroom necessities you purchase can put an extra personal touch on your dorm room. From bedding to decor to colored storage bins, there are endless possibilities to let your dorm room show off your personality and truly be YOUR space!
Whether you have to share a communal bathroom with your floor, or with your suitemates, you are definitely going to need plenty of items to make it seem like you’re showering in the comfort of your own home!
Packing clothes for college can be kind of stressful, especially if you’re going far away from home where you don’t know what to expect. A rule of thumb: It’s always better to have too much than too little!
Technology makes everybody’s life easier, especially a college student – between taking your laptop to class, listening to music while getting ready for the night with your friends, or needing to manually get the Internet when your school’s wifi goes down.
It’s hard to stay organized in college when you’re so busy with classes and trying to have a social life, but organization is key to being a successful college student!
When you finally get in touch with your roommate, you guys are going to want to plan everything – who’s bringing what, who already has the fridge, what accessories you guys want for your room, etc. Here are some to discuss with your new roomie:
You might not have a full live-in gourmet kitchen for the next year, but that doesn’t mean kitchenware isn’t needed. Believe it or not, there are TONS of awesome meals and snacks you can have and make in your dorm room. But, there are a few things you need to make that possible.
There are always little things that you forget to think of after all the big stuff is taken care of.
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