The Ultimate College Packing List Every Incoming Freshmen Needs

Mar 27, 2020

If you're moving into dorm rooms, this college packing list will make your life so much easier.

When I went off to college, I used the college packing list my school provided and seriously forgot so many things.

After many frustrating trips to Target, I decided to make the ultimate college packing list for my readers so they didn't have to go through the same stress I did.

This checklist has literally everything you will ever need when you're moving into the college dorms.

If you want specific products, check out my College Essentials post where I lay out all of my favorite products that I couldn't live without throughout college.

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I've been in your position and making sure I didn't forget anything when I was moving into college dorm rooms was really important. These are the top dorm room essentials you can't forget about.

Bedding:

Mattress Topper
Mattress Protector
Sheets
Pillowcases
Comforter
Accent Pillows
Blanket
Clip-On Fan

Bathroom Supplies:

2 Body Towels
Towel Wrap
Shower Caddy
Makeup Organizer
Makeup Mirror
Hair Wrap
Basket for Hair Products
2 Hand Towels
Hair Dryer
Straightener
Curling Iron
Shampoo & Conditioner
Face Wash
Makeup Remover
Shaving Cream
Razor
Loofah
Lotion
Hairspray
Cotton Balls
Nail Polish Remover
Nail Polish
Makeup
Makeup Brushes
Perfume
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Retainer
Tweezers
Deodorant
Tissues
Sunscreen
First Aid Kit
Ibuprofen
Allergy Medicine
Tums
Cold & Flu Medicine
Tampons & Pads

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Electronics:

Laptop & Charger
Extension Cord
Surge Protector
Calculator & Charger
Sound Machine
10ft Charger
USB Drive

Clothing:

Bras / Sports Bras
Tank Tops
Shirts
Sweaters
Sweatshirts
Jean Jacket
Cardigans
Jeans
Leggings
Joggers
Socks
Dresses
Tennis Shoes
Sandals
Boots
Rain Boots
Rain Jacket
Scarves
Light Jackets
Winter Jackets
Jewelry
Hats
Swimsuit
Pajamas

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Cleaning Supplies:

Laundry Detergent
Downy Wrinkle Releaser
Laundry Bags
Dryer Sheets
Trash Bags
All-Purpose Cleaner
Paper Towels
Small Vacuum
Disinfectant Spray
Dawn Soap

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Kitchen:

Food Storage
Keurig
Paper Plates
Mugs
Ziploc Bags
Plastic Silverware
Water Bottle
Snacks

Decor:

Bulletin Board
Photos
Command Hooks
Rug

School Supplies:

Backpack
Pencils
Highlighters
Pens
Binders
Notebook
Tape
Binder Dividers
Stapler
Hole Punch
Scissors
Ruler
Planner