I prepared myself for college in any way I could. Making sure I had everything I could need was a goal of mine. If you're planning for college or if you're looking for inspiration on what to get your upcoming college freshman take a look here.
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Dorm Essentials
Clothing
Technology
Dorm Essentials
It's important to make your dorm feel like a home and keep yourself healthy.
These are the best working fans for their size. You don't have a lot of space in a dorm and it's important to get air circulating.
Woozoo products at Target
I need my ice throughout college. A lot of places will not have ice machines, so get yourself one.
Ice Makers
A lot of people get hair breakage when they go to college. To try and prevent that I use silk pillowcases.
Silk Pillowcases | Mulberry Silk & Various Sizes
I used a humidifier at home to help prevent sickness. College it's needed so much more.
Black Friday Humidifiers Deals 2025
If you're wondering what to put on a Birthday or Christmas wish list let it be gift cards. You'll want to treat yourself to fast food, but not spend more money when you already have a meal plan. Gift cards to places like Amazon can also help you pay ...
Amazon.com Gift Cards
Make the most out of the small space with command hooks.
Command hooks
Clothing
Style may go out the window comfort will likely become the number 1 priority😂
Every college student says matching sets are important to feel put together and comfy while you go to class.
Comfrt
If you're going somewhere cold you will want boots that aren't full sized boots.
Womens UGG® Classic Ultra Mini Boot - Black
Shein has cute slippers for cheap that you will want to wear around the dorm.
Shop Women's Slippers & Sandals | Trendy Fashion
Shower sandals are important if you don't want to get athletes foot or anything of that nature.
Mens Shower Shoes Quick Dry Bath Slippers
Depending on where you go to college I would get a rain jacket. Sitting in class all wet would be the worst.
In this day and age technology is a must. Your major will impact how much technology you will need.
Noise canceling headphones are a must when it comes to studying.
Micro Center
Ipads aren't necessarily needed for college, but a lot of people like them for note-taking and being able to keep everything in one place (I am people).
Apple iPad
A laptop is a must for college. Find one that fits your budget but also meets the needs of your major.
