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What you should actually bring to college
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items these are what you ACTUALLY need for college dorms!!! it can be scary and weird living on your own for what may be the first time, and even weirder if you are dorming with people you don’t know yet, but fear not! having what you need and keeping it o...
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Bathroom stuff
Room organization
Laundry
Health
Bathroom stuff
Must-haves to make hygiene easy, especially in a shared space :)
whether you are dorming in a suite or in a one-room, you do NOT want your feet bare on the wet floor of a shower teeming with other people’s bacteria and fungus. ik it’s gross, but it had to be said. get some cheap plastic flip flops or sandals to wa...
SHOWER SHOES
whatever you use, make sure you take special care of your hair. the water is not always the greatest in dorms, so allow yourself to acclimate and then re evaluate your hair needs. i wound up needing more moisture for my hair (it was extra dry in coll...
Shampoo & Conditioner - Hair - 1382 Products
TOOTHPASTE!!!! hygiene is super important, both to feel your best but also because college is the place to make lasting personal and career connections. a big part of that is a healthy, bright smile. i like this toothpaste because it’s really cheap a...
Toothpaste
you’re going to need something to carry your shower stuff too and from communal showers…otherwise you run the risk of scrambling all over the place every time you need to get clean (i do not recommend). I linked one that is very sturdy and worked wel...
Storage Baskets
Room organization
An organized room is an organized mind!
especially in a dorm, you don’t have a lot of space to put all of the things you need to live, so it’s good to have these drawers and bins that can be easily stored under the bed where you can organize your stuff.
Plastic Drawer & Carts in Storage Containers(58)
This cart seriously saves space. The three shelves give you room to organize your stuff without cluttering up your floor, and the wheels make it super easy to move around. You can keep it by your bed for snacks, next to your desk for school supplies,...
Rolling Storage Carts - 3-Tier Wheeled Utility Cart
good for keeping things clean (and avoiding extra charges when you move out), I highly recommend lining the bottom of whatever dresser is provided and the drawers within it as well. these are also good for desk drawers. they keep the wood underneath ...
Shelf Liners & Drawer Liners
Laundry
Washing clothes is a must, stinky.
you will definitely need one of these if you don’t have an in-unit washer and dryer. even if you do, it’s a good practice to keep your dirty clothes contained so you know what to clean (and so you don’t randomly lose your things).
College Dorm Laundry Hamper
this may seem obvious, but a lot of people forget. get a big jug of laundry detergent so you don’t have to but it very often.
Laundry Detergents - Walmart.com
dryer sheets are one of those little things you don’t think about until you really need them. they keep your clothes soft and help with static, but they’re also great for making your stuff smell fresh. you can tuck a few into drawers, shoes, or even ...
Dryer Sheets
Health
Whether it’s a stomach emergency or a routine winter cold, have it with you!
if you are of the menstruating community, always be sure to have enough hygiene products, whether it’s pads, tampons, or anything else. if you use something that has to be boiled, BE SURE that you have a designated pot/cleaning area that everyone kno...
Menstrual Pads
you’re probably going to get sick (or someone close to you will) so having tylenol for any fever/pain situations is very important.
Tylenol products at Target
again, not something that’s always the first thing on your mind about dorming, but you are away from home AND the people that may take care of you. especially if you eat something questionable, antacids/some good ole pepto bismol are good to have.
Antacids : Digestion & Nausea Treatments
Always good to have, in case of any accidents!
First Aid Kit