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What you’ll ACTUALLY need for your first year at college
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items These are some of the MUST haves for your first year at college coming from someone who’s already gone through freshman and learned what works and what doesn’t
This is a fantastic portable speaker. It’s small and compact so it’s easy to put in a shower caddy or hang up, but I promise you it gets sooooo loud and the battery can last for days
JBL Go 4 | Ultra-Portable Bluetooth Speaker
I truly love these back packs, they allow so much stuff, especially when you have to be to multiple classes in a small time frame, it fits so well. You can also put extra things in there like a hygiene bag, glasses, your water ball. It’s very spaciou...
All Backpacks - lovevook
I really like these dishes, they’re easy to wash and easy to contain. I promise you you’re not going to want to go to the dining hall for every single meal so these really come in handy, especially in the winter
36-Piece Reusable Wheat Straw Dinnerware Set
I know it might seem better to use whatever laundry basket, but this one is really good especially if your housing doesn’t have an elevator. When you throw laundry in, it can easily lay on top of the washer/dryer. Also when you’re in your way to the ...
Laundry Bag With Shoulder Straps - Amazon.com
Obviously I hope you wouldn’t have to use this, but even when it’s something small like you need a bandaid, this is a lot easier than having to knock on doors asking if anyone has a bandaid. It’s very compact as well, so it takes up very little space
276PCS First Aid Kit for Home Car Camping
If you take any medications, this is really nice to keep any back ups, or to be honest to lock up anything you don’t want out in the open, and this is more convenient since you don’t have to worry about making sure you know where the key is
Lockable Medicine Storage Box Travel Case
I would definitely recommend this if you have a normal bed or even just a slightly lofted bed. I think this is much better than having the cubby hanging off your bed, the strings can break easy, pieces are easy to love, and you can’t put a lot in the...
YASONIC 3 Tier Metal Rolling Utility Cart
I prefer this caddy over the mesh one, because it really depends on what kind of shower you’re given and in this case these caddy’s can still hang on a hook, but also if you have the kind of bathroom with a shower tub or there’s not a hanger in the s...
Plastic Shower Caddy - Amazon.com
I prefer shower flip flops instead of some sort of sandals. I tried the sandals, but every time I’d take longer than a usual shower, like washing my hair or shaving, my feet would start to hurt. But after switching to the flip flops, it was much easi...
Women's Shower Shoes - Showaflops
You may think you’re gonna be super clean, but the most random thing could happen that it’s gonna be a mess, and it’s not like you have to get the super nice paper towels either. Just get some basic paper towels to keep around so you dont have to use...
Paper Towels - Amazon.com
These bags are much easier to work with than totes or luggage’s to be fully honest with you. I like the the bag is moveable and not stiff, it helps fit much more into it
TICONN 6 Pack Extra Large Heavy Duty Moving Bags
I highly recommend getting one of these power strips, you’re going to have multiple things needed to be plugged in, and this is perfect for it
6 Ft Surge Protector Power Strip - 8 Outlets, 4 USB
The college beds are going to absolutely SUCK, doesn’t matter if it’s a private school or not, you’re going to want to buy one of these mattress toppers. It really helps relieve pain or stress from your back compared to no topper
Niagara Sleep Ultra Soft Twin XL Topper
A lot of the housing options you’re given aren’t going to have an AC, and this is so much better than just having a regular box fan in your room to try and cool down your room. Multiple people I’ve met had this in their dorm room and it worked so wel...
Comfort Zone 32-Inch Oscillating Tower Fan
You’re mostly likely going to want a water filter in your room, it’s just a safer option to have as your drinking water than using the sink water, I learned my lesson the hard way
Waterdrop Elfin Water Filter Pitcher PT-05, Easy to Use
Yall are going to want a water bottle that can withstand allllll the dumb stuff you’re about to encounter and college, and most importantly, a leak proof water bottle. I’ve dropped this and tipped it over so many times in my bed, in classes, and in t...
Ello Oasis 40oz Tumbler w/ Handle & Straw
If it’s not already provided for you, you’re definitely going to want a mini fridge and I personally think it is beneficial to get one with a quality freezer for many things like pizza, ice cream, or fruits
Mini Fridge With Freezer - Amazon.com