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college necessities

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i am a third year college student so i know the ins and outs of college, TRUST when i say everything on this list is such a necessity!
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schoolwork

things to keep in your backpack

 
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jansport backpacks are unmatched! they are so cute and comfortable to wear, plus they have so many pockets to keep all your things organized! and they are extremely durable, i have had the same backpack since freshman year of HIGH SCHOOL and it's sti...
All Backpacks: Shop by Size, Color, and Function
 
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laptops are obviously essential and 9 times out of 10, bestbuy has the best deals on laptops. but make sure you are buying the right laptop for your major!! some prefer macbooks while some prefer PCs!
Laptops & Notebook Computers
 
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BUY A PLANNER. whether it is a yearly, monthly, weekly, daily planner. just get one! they make sure you don't forget anything during your busy life!
Planners
 
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personal notebooks for journaling are truly life changing. whether it just be regular journaling, gratitude journaling, etc. these help you take care of you! these have truly helped me cope with my declining mental health and be able to work through ...
Notebooks & Journals
 
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important just in case your notes are printed or you need to markup something!!
Mechanical Pencils : Pencils
 
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essential for highlighting important topics
Highlighters
 
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felt pens are my favorite by far because they are bleed and smudge resistant.
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if you like ballpoint pens these are for you. they are bleed and smudge proof and are so comfortable in your hand
Sharpie 4pk Gel Pens Black Ink 0.7mm Medium Tip Blue Barrel: Retractable, Contoured Rubber Grip, Pocket Clip

living space

things to have at home

 
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baskets on baskets on baskets!!! these are essential to keeping everything in your dorm/living area neat and organized!
Basket Organizer
 
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always get power strips with surge protectors! you never want to risk a storm hitting in the middle of the night and yuor laptop getting fried! i personally like the ones with the USB so it's easier to plug in all my electronics!
Surge Protectors / Power Strips & ...
 
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buy decorations for your room! MAKE IT YOUR OWN SAFE SPACE. your college bedroom should always be your sanctuary away from school, homework, work, etc!
Wall Tapestries
 
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decorate your room to your hearts extent!
Cool Posters for Wall - Bedroom & College Dorm Posters
 
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use these to hang up posters and such, less damaging than other things!
Best Pins & Tacks
 
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target has super affordable and durable bedding, that isnt ugly!
Bedding - Target
 
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amazon prime student is so helpful!!!
Amazon Prime
 
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if you have a target near you, JOIN TARGET CIRCLE!!! you dont have to buy or pay for any subscription, all you do is out your phone number in while you scan your groceries and you'll earn cash back after you spend a certain amount of money! it also g...
Target Circle™ Rewards program
 
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you have no clue what kind of dust, mold spores, etc are lurking in the air. this helps keep you healthy!
Air Purifiers
 
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humidifiers are essential when it gets super cold and bitter outside. it helps keep the air moist, so your skin, eyes, nose, etc dont get dried out!
Humidifiers
 
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earbuds!!! headphones!!! whatever you prefer are ESSENTIALLLLLLL. you will use these every single time you walk to class, study in the library, workout, etc.
AirPods
 
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you will for sure need a lamp for your desk, bedside table, or both!
Desk Lamps & Office Lamps
 
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these are perfect for getting ready in the mornings and getting unready at night!
Lighted Mirrors
 
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these are absolutely perfect for small spaces, and they help you keep your laundry sorted for wash day
Laundry Sorters
 
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you need to utilize your underbed storage as much as humanly possible!! otherwise, you are wasting space!!
Under Bed Storage
 
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having a safe honestly made me feel much more secure when i was trying to keep important personal items/documents in a safe place while living with other people
Safes
 
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you can never have too many blankets! but having extras definitely come in handy when you have people staying over! same thing goes for small pillows!!!!
Bed Blankets
 
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having a beanbag is so nice when you have friends stay the night in your dorm!!! they have a comfortable place to sit and sleep and you dont have to share your twin bed
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