The Ultimate Dorm Room Essentials Checklist for College Students (+ Free Printable List!)

Make your college moving day easier with this ultimate printable dorm room checklist for students.

Are you ready for college moving day?
Print out this free printable college dorm checklist of all the college dorm essentials you’ll want to take along! Although every campus offers different amenities and has different rules, it’s SO much easier to remember the essentials while shopping, packing, and moving when you have a list like this!

Click here to download your college dorm checklist

To customize this college dorm checklist:

Select only the items that you want from the list below.
Click on the Print icon at the bottom of this post.
Print a list with just those items!

Now if only paying for college were this easy! 😅

Where can I find the best college dorm essentials?
While we never say no to a great store (or sale), check your local Dollar Tree, Big Lots, Walmart, Target, Kohl’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, and of course Amazon. Some stores will even ship directly to the dorm!

Hip Tip: Check with your specific college or university about what is (and is not) allowed, what is (and is not) provided, and what to expect when you get there. Many schools even provide the dimensions for dorm rooms, beds, and windows to give you a good idea of the sizes you’ll need!

Bed & bath college dorm essentials:

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Twin XL size sheets

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Twin XL mattress topper and protector

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Comforter

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Bath & Bedding Set

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Blankets

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Pillows/Pillowcases

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Reading bedrest pillow

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Bed risers or blocks (for more under-bed space)

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Bath towels, wash cloth, hand towels

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Under bed storage containers

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Shower caddy with holes

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Shower shoes or flip flops

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Toiletries (shampoo, toothpaste, etc)

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Hair dryer

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Toilet paper

Office & desk college dorm supplies:

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Laptop

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Desk lamp

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Printer (if not using computer lab/print center on campus)

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Printer paper (if bringing a printer)

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Surge protector/extension cords

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HDMI cord, Ethernet cord

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Memory cards and USB flash drive

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Portable speakers

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Headphones

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Camera (if not using cell phone)

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Stapler (and staples)

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Sticky notes

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Bulletin board and push pins

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Dry erase wall calendar and markers

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Desk organizer

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School supplies (pens, pencils, paper, etc)

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Scissors

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Pencil sharpener

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Tape and dispenser

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Envelopes and stamps

Dorm room items:

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Fan

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Small area rug

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Storage bins

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Small trash can

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Hanging strips and hooks for pictures/posters

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Posters/wall decor

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Over-the-door shoe organizer

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Full-length mirror

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Floor lamp (plus light bulbs)

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Rolling cart with drawers

Laundry & dorm cleaning supplies:

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Laundry basket with wheels

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Laundry detergent

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Clothes hangers

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Iron and small ironing board (or steamer)

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Collapsible drying rack

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Fabric softener and stain remover

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Lint brush

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Disinfectant wipes

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Paper towels

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Kleenex or facial tissues

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Cleaning supplies (dish soap, etc)

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Quarters (if no laundry card)

Dorm kitchen & household items:

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Food storage containers

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Plastic storage bags

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Plates, cups, bowls

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Basic flatware set

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Reusable water bottle

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Can opener (manual) and bottle opener

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Travel coffee mug (for taking to class)

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Dish sponge and towels

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Hot pot or coffee-maker (if allowed)

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Microwave (if allowed)

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Small fridge (if allowed)

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Trash bags

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The Ultimate Dorm Room Essentials Checklist for College Students (+ Free Printable List!)

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