College Packing
Checklist:
American Educational Higher Learning
Consultants College Packing Checklist:
This informational is for parents and students to
familiarize themselves with what you should bring
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This is your guide for parents and students to familiarize themselves with what you should bring and pack for
college as an upcoming freshmen. We understand that this process can be quite stressful and so here is a
complete list to help guide you through the process successfully.
LET’S GET STARTED!
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College Packing
Checklist:
To start let’s first list the items that your dorm room will hopefully provide:
Bed
Dresser
Desk
Chair
Closet/Closet Rack
*If your doom does not provide these, think about getting any of the missing essential items above.
Some dorms will provide these items but they are rare:
Sink
Mirror
Medicine cabinet
Bookshelf
Next we will list out each area into categories as well as marking some items as “essential” with
an asterisk(*) to help you prioritize what you need to pack for college.
BEDDING ITEMS:
Bed set (sheets, pillow cases, and comforter/bedspread) check with college for size*
Pillows*
Mattress cover*
Throw blanket*
Mattress topper (memory phone or micro plush)
Reading lamp
DESK AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES:
Pencils and Sharpener*
Notebook*
Power strip*
Stapler*
Printer, Paper, and Ink*
Sticky notes
Index cards
White board
Calendar or Planner
Push pins*
Highlighters*
Scotch tape*
Inbox or File Box
Desk organizer
Graphing calculator (depending on major)
Desk lamp*
Extension cord*
Batteries*
Backpack*
Laptop*
Headphones*
USB Drive*
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College Packing
Checklist:
GENERAL ITEMS:
Umbrella*
Tool set (screw driver, hammer, and wrench)*
Television
Earplugs*
Sofa
Safe
Bookcase
Skateboard and/or Bicycle w/ Bike Pump and Lock*
Textbooks*
Duct tape
Rug
Computer chair
Bed risers
Under bed storage
Multi tool*
Broom & dust pan*
Vacuum
Fan
COOKING AND KITCHEN SUPPLIES (Check with your roommates to share the costs):
Mini fridge
Microwave*
Trash can and Bags*
Sink stopper
Pot holders*
Collapsible strainer
Tongs*
Funnel
Oven mitt*
Paper towels*
Dish detergent*
Sponges or scrub pads*
Dish towels*
Silverware*
Baking trays*
Kitchen knife*
Pots and Pans*
Spatulas*
Pizza cutter
Chip clips*
Can opener*
Coffee machine and Grinder (if needed)*
Reusable water bottle or container*
Mop and bucket
Microwave safe containers and mugs*
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College Packing
Checklist:
LAUNDRY ITEMS:
Pop-out clothes hamper or hamper bag*
Detergent*
Hangers*
Iron or steamer
Ironing board
Wall hooks from 3M*
Closet organizer
Delicates bag
Lint roller
Sewing kit
Stain remover
Dryer sheets
Fabric softener
Quarters (if needed)
PERSONAL ITEMS AND TOILETRIES:
Towels and washcloths*
Shower flip flops
Shower caddy
First aid kit*
Cleaning supplies*
Bathroom mat*
Shower mat
Shower curtain and rings
Toilet paper*
Curling iron
Hair dyer
Hair straightener
Bathrobe
Cough drops
Nail clippers*
Electric razor
Sunscreen
Tweezers*
Shampoo and Conditioner*
Soap*
Cotton balls
Deodorant*
Toothbrush, toothpaste, and floss*
Face wash
Lotion
Tissues
Medicine*
Razors
Glasses/Contacts with solutions and case*
DECORATIONS:
Posters*
Command strips
Mirror
Curtains
Plants
String lights
Salt lamp
Pictures
Bulletin board
Tacks*
White board
Area rug
Stickers
OTHER ITEMS:
Cards Against Humanity (card game)
Fluxx (card game)
Bananagrams (game)
Catan (board game)
Playing cards*
Miniature cornhole game
Football
Frisbee
Basketball
Soccer ball
Nerf blaster
Playstation 4 or Xbox One
Vehicle
Cash and savings*
Cell phone and charger*
Jacket*
Professional clothing attire*
Portable bluetooth speaker
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