Checklist for college

Bedding and Décor

• Dorm Bedding Set (Tip: Get reversible quilts, because they get really dirty.  Dorm sets like these are often cheaper.  Remember, these don't have to be high quality, they only need to last 4 years.)
• 2 sets of bath towels (WALMART WISHLIST)
• 1 or 2 sets of extra-long twin sheets and pillowcases   (From M&M)
• Twin size extra-long mattress pad
• Dorm Room Space Saver (BED BATH & BEYOND)
• Pillow
• Bedspread or comforter
• Closet shoe organizer or under-bed storage box (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Posters, photos, artwork
• Calendar
• Message board for door if not provided
• Dry-erase marker
• Magnets for message board
• Small area rug  
• Floor pillow or beanbag chair
• Lamps or clip-on lights  
• Pictures of family, friends and/or pets
• Decorative shower curtain if needed  (URBAN OUTFITTERS WISHLIST)
• Anything to decorate your room and make you feel at home

 Technology 

• Laptop Computer (Tip:  Even techie teens may not know how to maintain and care for technology, so service protection is a good idea.) (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Printer with ink 
• Surge protector
•   Three prong extension cords
• Ethernet cord and/or wireless router
• Television   (Kass is bringing)
• DVD or Blu-Ray player if you have a TV
• NetFlix/Hulu Plus/Amazon membership 
• Stereo, radio, iPod, headphones
• Compact speaker system
• CDs
• Flash drive for portable file storage
• Digital camera
• Rechargeable batteries with charger 
• Cell phone (and charger) with good service/coverage at the college

School Supplies

• Textbooks
• Pens
• Pencils, mechanical pencils
• Notebooks
• Binders
• Folders
• Highlighters
• Dry-erase marker
• Markers
• Scissors
• Stapler
• Printer paper
• Calculator
• Desk storage tools (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Daytimer or calendar
• Rubber bands
• Paper clips
• Thumb tacks, push pins, or Sticky Tac to put up posters
• Sticky notes

Kitchen Supplies

• Small Refrigerator, or a micro-fridge combo unit (Tip: As with all electronics, make sure you check the university policy first.  They may severely restrict the size of the refrigerator you can bring!)  (Kass is bringing)
• Microwave (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Coffee maker/espresso machine (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Can opener
• Toaster/toaster oven (if allowed)
• Hot pad (if allowed)
• Microwaveable plates
• Microwaveable cups or mugs
• Microwaveable Bowls
• Glasses
• Forks, knives, spoons
• Cutting knife

Cleaning Supplies

• Hand soap 
• Dish soap
• Disinfecting wipes
• Nonabrasive bathroom cleanser
• Dusting spray/cloths
• Sponges

Clothing

• Mark all clothing with a Sharpie!
• Bath robe
• Slippers
• Shower shoes, flip flops, or Crocs
• Underwear, 1 month’s supply (really)
• Raincoat
• Light jacket
• Winter/heavy coat
• Mittens, scarf, hat
• Rain shoes/boots (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Swimsuit(s)
• Workout and/or sports clothes
• “Dress” clothes and shoes (guys, this means a blazer, tie, or suit)
• “Grubby” clothes
• Comfortable clothes and shoes you can go to class in

Toiletries

• Bathroom tote or toiletry bag (to carry and hold toiletries) (
• Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss
• Brush and comb
• Shower Totes (2)
• Shaving equipment
• Hair dryer (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Straightener (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Loofah
• Bath soap
• Cotton swabs

Laundry

• Tote-able Laundry basket or bag (URBAN OUTFITTERS WISHLIST)
• Laundry soap (CREATE OFF PINTEREST)
• Iron, small ironing board
• Hangers

Food

• Vitamins
• Snacks to supplement campus food
• Coffee, tea, soda, bottled water

Miscellaneous

• Alarm clock (Tip:  Have your child use the new alarm clock before they leave, so they get used to it.  Plug-ins are hard to find, so try to get a good battery operated alarm clock.)  (from M&M)
• Back pack  (Update from NorthFace)
• Battery-powered flashlight
• Sports/recreation equipment
• Umbrella (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Air freshener and Febreeze (CREATE OFF PINTEREST)
• Duct Tape
• Bottle opener
• Storage crates (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Full-length mirror (WALMART WISHLIST)
• Multi tool or hammer, screwdriver, pliers
• Sewing kit
• Electric fans
• Bike and bike lock
• Decorative storage boxes (WALMART WISHLIST)

Documents

• Driver's license or state ID
• Health insurance card
• Social security card
• Health records
• Friends and family contact list
• Access to money (i.e. bank account, bank card, credit card, etc.)