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The Ultimate College Packing List

The Ultimate College Packing List
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The Ultimate College Packing List

by Zach Wheeler on July 17, 2019

Move-in Day is coming, and if you have no idea what you really need to bring to make a dorm room into your comfy getaway, we have you covered. SWU provides a Housing Checklist for the basics; but lucky for you, we have also compiled a more comprehensive list of the necessities (and some extra little fun things) based on the advice of a few residential students. With this list, we hope you can make your new room feel like a "home away from home."

Bedding/Bed Stuff

  • Twin XL Sheet Set - make sure you get Twin XL. Normal Twin is too short!
  • Comforter/Blanket
  • Pillows

Extras:

  • Mattress Topper - these provide some extra cushion and comfort but… they do make it harder to get out of bed in the morning…
  • Mattress cover - depending on where you live on campus, SWU might provide one, but these are great to have.
  • Bedside shelf
  • Reading lamp

Desk/School Supplies

  • Planner - gotta keep yourself organized!
  • Notebooks
  • Paper
  • Pencils
  • Stapler - yes…you’ll have that professor that wants everything turned in by hand.
  • Tape dispenser
  • Index Cards
  • Scissors
  • Paper Clips
  • Push Pins
  • Sticky Notes
  • Power Strips/Extension Cords

Cooking/Kitchen Supplies

  • Minifridge - trust me…this isn’t an “extra.” It’s a necessity!
  • Microwave
  • Reusable Water Bottle
  • Small Dishware Set
  • Silverware
  • Dish Soap
  • Paper Towels
  • Trash Can & Trash Bags

Laundry

  • Hangers
  • Clothes Hamper
  • Detergent/Dryer Sheets
  • Ironing Board/Iron or Steamer

Personal Items/Toiletries

  • Towel and Washcloth Sets
  • Shower Caddy - when you’re sharing a space with three or more people, there’s really not enough room for everyone to keep their personal items in the shower. This just helps you keep yours separate and organized.
  • First Aid Kit
  • Shower Curtains - SWU doesn’t always provide shower curtains
  • Toilet Paper - this can be worked out between you and your roommates. Try to set up a system for who buys when.
  • Curling Iron/Hair Dryer/Straightener

General

  • Backpack
  • Tool Set - trust me, you never really know when you’ll need it!
  • Vacuum
  • Broom/Dust Pan
  • Umbrella/Rain Jacket

Decorations

  • Posters
  • Command Strips/Hooks - THESE WILL BE YOUR BEST FRIEND!
  • Full-Length Mirror
  • Curtains

Fun Stuff/Extras

This is a special section of things that you can wait until after move-in day for. These things would probably be best to plan with your roommate(s).

  • Area Rug - these can add so much color and life to a room!
  • Television
  • Sofa/Futon
  • Plants
  • Games/Board Games

Learn more about your SWU's residence halls on our Housing and Dining page!

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