College Livin'
Do you know a college student who is balling on a budget? Perfect! Check out and share this list with them so they can have some tips and tricks of how to survive day to day life as college student!
Food/Kitchen Supplies!
While the cafeteria is not usually open 24 hours, your access to food does not have to be! Make your own little kitchen in your dorm room!
Ramen noodles have been a staple for college students for YEARS! It is cost-effective, delicious, and very convenient whether you miss a meal during cafeteria hours or if you need a late-night meal.
How I used this: Break the noodles up in the package, pour the noodles into a bowl, put the bowl in the microwave for 5 minutes (covered if necessary or with a plate underneath), and voila! Add your seasoning and you have a meal that does not require...
How I used this: Break the noodles up in the package, pour the noodles into a bowl, put the bowl in the microwave for 5 minutes (covered if necessary or with a plate underneath), and voila! Add your seasoning and you have a meal that does not require...
Soups are a great and quick meal too! All you need to do is pour it in a bowl and heat it up in the microwave for the recommended time and there you have it…another quick meal to have whenever you're hungry!
Just in case you are in a hurry and need to take lunch/dinner with you or need to store away some food you cooked, plastic containers will be your best friend!
If you plan on eating anything in your room, I would encourage having some plastic utensils stored away. Personally, I like to have plastic utensils in bulk, so I do not have to purchase any for a while. Having plastic utensils also keeps you from ha...
If you have some beverages you would like to drink, but do not want to drink out of the bottle, having some disposable cups would be important to have access to!
Bathroom
NECESSITIES FOR BATHROOMS IN COLLEGE DORMS/APARTMENTS
PLEASE USE SHOWER SHOES WHEN SHOWERING! College showers/tubs have seen many years worth of students and have probably had many fluids other than soap run down the drain. Sometimes, showers are not always effectively cleaned/disinfected by roommates o...
Shower caddies are also essential for a college student; especially, if they do not have their own shower. Their soaps, shampoos, conditioners, razors, and more can be carried to a from the shower which makes it more convenient and organized for the ...
Robes, in general, are also a great bathroom item to have!
Calling all college students who share a dorm room or suite…this towel-robe is another essential that is great to have. It frees your hands up from having to hold your towel up to keep it from falling down and serves as a cover up in the event that g...
Stop using your bath towels to dry your hair! Instead, use a hair turban! It comes in a pack of three and is a great way to save your bath towels for when you actually shower and bathe. These turbans also do a great job with absorbing water and can m...
Of course, you are going to need some towels. How man? That will be up to you; however, they are an essential item for sure and I would recommend having at least two of them as a college student.
If you are the type of person who uses washcloths to bathe yourself, having a multipack of them would be useful. You can have a washcloth for your face, one for your upper body, and one for your lower body. Therefore, having a pack of washcloths can ...
If you enjoy washing with loofas, no worries! Having a multipack of loofas is so important since you can rotate them out after periods of time (e.g., throwing out the old loofas and using a new one every month). Personally, I would encourage using a ...
Bedroom
Personalize your room and feel “at home” with these items!
A mini fridge may be one of the most expensive items in your room. However, it is the perfect bedroom essential that can make living on campus that much easier. You can cook and store you food in the fridge, do a little grocery shopping for your favo...
Storage containers are so nice to have when you have many things that cannot be left out in your dorm room because there is not enough room. For instance, you can store food, utensils, paper towels, cleaning products, and much more in the containers ...
If you will be sharing a dorm room or suite with other college students, I would recommend drilling holes in any containers you may have and using the locks to lock them. Although not everyone steals from others, you will be sharing a room with someo...
Twin XL sheets are usually a requirement for dorm beds. Please do not think that getting twin-sized sheets will fit. The XL does make a difference.
Note to the student: Please find sheets that you find appealing and ones you like! Your bed is your resting area and it would only be beneficial to have sheets that you like and can help you relax while laying in your bed. Plus, these sheets have a p...
Note to the student: Please find sheets that you find appealing and ones you like! Your bed is your resting area and it would only be beneficial to have sheets that you like and can help you relax while laying in your bed. Plus, these sheets have a p...
Those nights where you may be up late at night studying…a lamp will be your best friend. Especially, if your roommate is sleeping and prefers to not have the room light on. It is important to note that this lamp is also a charging station! Essentiall...
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Yes, a lot of documents can now be submitted online. However, there may be documents/assignments that need to be printed and brought to class or important documents that need to be printed and signed. Therefore, a printer would be a great asset to ha...
Pro tip: If you password protect your printer, nobody else can use your printer (at least without your permission). Printer ink can cost a pretty penny, so I would only use it for personal reasons only and provide others with permission to use it upo...
Yes, a lot of documents can now be submitted online. However, there may be documents/assignments that need to be printed and brought to class or important documents that need to be printed and signed. Therefore, a printer would be a great asset to ha...
Pro tip: If you password protect your printer, nobody else can use your printer (at least without your permission). Printer ink can cost a pretty penny, so I would only use it for personal reasons only and provide others with permission to use it upo...
If you are going to purchase a personal printer, also purchase computer paper (8.5" x 11" is the standard size). You will need it!