Like most university students, I was moving away from home for the first time - which came with its own challenges.
Here’s a few things that made a big difference for me.
Comes with a comforter and 1 matching pillow case. Most dorm beds are twin sized
kxry Pink Paris Eiffel Tower Twin Comforter Set
At my university, very few rooms (if any) had air conditioning, so I highly suggest getting a fan for the room. This one is quiet and didn't take up much space
LEVOIT 36in Tower Fan, 5 Speeds, Quiet
I was one of those students that loved hanging wall decor. I was able to remove these easily without causing any wall damage
Command Large Utility Hooks, 7 Hooks, 12 Strips
Very important to have a durable umbrella on hand if you go to school in an area where it rains a lot and you have to walk across campus for classes
Balios Travel Folding Umbrella with Wood Handle
Comes with USB & USB C charging ports and a regular charging outlet. The brightness is adjustable
Fenmzee Bedside Table Lamp, USB C, AC Outlet
These are adjustable and don't require drilling (so you can keep your security deposit)
Tension Rods 28-48 Inch Black No Drilling
Compact and easy to store. Good for cleaning up quick messes
Swiffer Sweeper 2-in-1 Mop Starter Kit
If you have a single room or a room with a little extra space, this is good for added storage
Homfa Nightstand with Drawer，2 Tier Beside Table End Table，Modern Night Stand for Bedroom Living Room, White - Walmart.com
Everyone (college student or not) should have a first aid kit on hand
BAND-AID All-Purpose Compact First Aid Kit, 160 Pc
This made it easier for me to carry by laudry to and from the laundry room. It also has extra pockets to put the detergent containers
Laundry Bag with Straps & Mesh Pocket - Black
I had at least 4 sheet sets so I could change my bedding weekly even if I wasn't scheduled to do laundry that week
Amazon Basics 3-Piece Twin Bed Sheet Set, Beige
This was able to be hung over the closet door so I had a place to store my shoes without taking up too much of the already limied space
KEEPJOY 10-Tier White Over Door Shoe Organizer
I didn't really eat out a lot so I got plastic dishware so I wouldn't have to worry about them breaking
Rubtlamp 16PCS Wheat Straw Dinnerware Set
My dorm had a full kitchen so I was able to cook my own meals. You don't really need anymore pans than these unless you plan to go all out
M MELENTA 7-Piece Nonstick Ceramic Cookware Set
I didn't really bake that often when I was in uni so these were convenient for the rare occasion that I did bake, and I could toss them out after use so I didn't have to worry about storing them
Waytiffer Aluminum 9x13 Foil Pans 10 Pack
Used this to keep my stationary organised so I didn't have to be searching for things while studying at my desk
COMFYROOM Desk Organizer with 6 Compartments & 2 Drawers
My dorm room had an en suite bathroom, but there weren't any racks or shelves so I used a shower cady to store everything… also good for carrying your toilettries if your dorm has communal bathrooms
EUDELE Mesh Shower Caddy 8-Pocket Large
You NEED shower slippers if your dorm has communal showers. They're not always the cleanest so its very easy to pick up an infection in your toes
Xomiboe Quick Drying Non-Slip Shower Shoes
Dorm room didn't come with a mirror so I got this and hung it on the outside of my closet door
Arched Full Length Door Mirror 14x48 Gold
Self explanatory lol
Utopia Home Plastic Hangers 50 Pack White
Easy to store, easy to set up
Amazon Basics Foldable Ironing Board 77x29cm
You don't necessarily need this much cutlery, but if you live on a dorm like mine, your forks and spoons will magically start going missing
PHILIPALA 20-Piece Stainless Steel Flatware Set
Very easy to clean and store
Small Flexible Cutting Board Mats Set of 4
I could easily make tea or coffee without having to go into the kitchen
Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle 1L Glass
So you're not just walking to the showers in a towel
PrinStory Womens Long Knit Lightweight Bathrobe
My hair was relaxed at the time, and with classes and extra curriclars, I didn't always have time to go to the salon, so I got this so I could do my hair on dorm. I just hooked it up to my blow dryer
