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Back To School ✏️ College Picks
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items Back to college dorm & school supplies list 📚 everything from tech to dorm organization to the best school supplies to keep you on track this semester and every one after!
Jansport bags are always the standard I still have mine from college 😂 these are super cute options and will last throughout university!
JanSport Cool Student 17.5" Backpack - Coconut
With college comes the need to focus on your work and study and ignore the noise around you. These headphones are comfortable enough for long, late night study sessions and ofc they’re super cute too!
BERIBES Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones 65H
I love this laptop for school!! Unless you’re a games, you don’t need to shell out $1000 for a laptop. This is the perfect, affordable option that’s sleek and will get you through your classes and Netflix streaming
Lenovo IdeaPad 3i Chromebook 15.6" FHD, 8GB RAM
A rice cooker is so nice to have in the dorms, you can make so much in it not just rice! It’s super convenient for when the dining hall isn’t open and helps you save on food delivery
BLACK+DECKER 16-Cup Rice Cooker with Steamer
Love my Owala!! This is great for anyone constantly on the go since it keeps your drinks cold (or hot) for so long and this is a no spill water bottle option so you don’t have to overthink throwing it in your backpack
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel 32oz
You can NEVER have too much power strips dorms have like 2 outlets it’s terrible lol
5Ft Power Strip Extender 6 Outlets 3 USB
Let’s be real, some of these dorms are old and everyone is in close quarters so our immune systems are tested to the max. Any extra air purification and antibacterial measures you’re taking are never in vain!
LEVOIT Core Mini-P Air Purifier, 3-in-1 Filter
Limited form closet space means you have to get creative and these hangers are a great option for anyone who loves having outfit options but has very limited space!
HEYHOUSE 6-Pack Multifunctional Closet Organizers
These packing bags are STRONG and helped me get through my move! They’re also great for easy storage and easy moving between dorms or in and out each school year
6 Pack Heavy Duty Large Moving Bags w/ Zipper
The ultimate laundry schlepping bag! Hampers and mesh bags have their limits and are very uncomfortable if you have to go far to do laundry. Plus, we don’t need to be showing the world our dirty clothes
Dalykate 115L Laundry Backpack Hamper
I can’t ever stress enough how important sleep is in college. Everyone is stressed, everyone is low on sleep, everyone’s immune systems are working overtime. Mattress toppers like this go a long way to make sure the sleep you’re getting is quality!
Bedsure Twin XL Mattress Pad - Soft Quilted Topper
My favorite highlighters even now in grad school! The clear tip sounds extra but once you use them you can’t go back
Sharpie Clear View Highlighter Sticks 8ct
These are the smoothest writing pens! I typically use my laptop but when I do need to write I always have these in my school bag
Sharpie S-Gel Black Gel Pens, 0.7mm, 12ct
Calendar white boards are perfect especially for keeping track of events, due dates, and your share of the dorm chores!
TANKEE 17x13 Whiteboard Calendar Cork Board
A shared bathroom means even if you can keep your belongings in there, the space is typically limited and you’ll want to keep your stuff organized. This carrier is perfect for toting things around and having easy access to whatever you need!
EUDELE Mesh Shower Caddy Portable 8-Pocket Pink
Shower shoes don’t have to be ugly to work!! lol get the cute ones, it makes it feel more joyful trekking to communal showers
shevalues Women's Arch Support Shower Shoes
For the planner people - this one is super cute and portable for any size bag and desk space! Ofc normal planners are great but this one is specifically for the academic year timeframe
Forvencer 2025-2026 Academic Planner, Pink