After 3 years in college, these are the items that we bought my daughter that got used year after year
My daughter likes the mesh pocket for the detergent.
Dalykate 115L Laundry Backpack Hamper Khaki
Lack of storage means no room for cases of water. This was the next best option for water in her dorm.
Brita 10-Cup Water Filter Pitcher, Black
Dorm mattresses are not very comfy so a mattress topper is a must!
Niagara Sleep Ultra Soft Twin XL Mattress Topper
These rolling carts are great for additional storage! She had two. One for food related items she shared with her roommate and another for her own personal desk/school supplies.
YASONIC 3 Tier Rolling Metal Utility Cart
A shower caddy to store anything needed for showers is helpful whether they have a bathroom in their room or down the hall! This one is mesh and comes in several colors.
EUDELE Mesh Shower Caddy 9-Pocket Pink
This desk lamp so she could work at her desk at night without overheard lighting on in the room. It also has outlets to charge her devices.
White Crown LED Desk Lamp, USB, 5 Modes
She uses this alot to do her makeup at her desk when others needed to use the bathroom sink area.
FUNTOUCH Rechargeable Travel Makeup Mirror 72 LED
Ladies…you can never be too safe! Not all safety devices are allowed in the dorms. This one is simple, loud and will draw attention!
She’s Birdie Personal Safety Alarm - Charcoal
Any sort of stackable drawers like these that can fit under the bed for clothes, snacks, towels, medicine, etc. Come in various sizes depending on your space.
IRIS USA 4-Pack 22 Qt. Under Bed Storage Drawer
Slides for the bathroom
rosyclo Cloud Slippers for Women & Men, Pillow House Slides
Students can get their own Amazon Prime account at a discounted rate.
Amazon Prime Student
Electrical outlets are very limited so one of these was a must!
HANYCONY Surge Protector Power Strip 8 Outlets 4 USB
Twin XL is the size you need for the dorm beds!
Bedsure Twin XL Comforter Set Beige - Dorm Essentials