What to Bring to College

For Move-In Day
  • A move-in dolly or hand truck
  • PPE: face mask/covering and gloves
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Bottled water
For Your Room

Check with your roommate(s) prior to move-in to see what items, like rugs or appliances, can be purchased by one person and shared.

Bedding
  • Bed pillows
  • Pillow protectors
  • Mattress pad
  • Mattress protector
  • Sheet sets (twin extra-long)
  • Comforter or duvet
  • Blanket or throw
Bath
  • Towel sets
  • Shower tote/caddy
  • Flip flops/shower shoes
  • Wastebasket
  • Bath rug
  • Shower curtain, liner, and rings
  • Soap dish
  • Robe/shower wrap
  • Slippers
  • Necessary personal toiletries
Laundry and Cleaning
  • Laundry basket
  • Pop-up hamper
  • Drying rack
  • Vacuum or broom & dustpan
  • All-purpose cleaner
  • Cleaning cloth
  • Laundry detergent & dryer sheets
  • Steamer
  • Room fragrance/odor eliminator
  • Stain remover/lint roller
  • Step stool
Room Decor
  • Area rug
  • Fan
  • Door stop
  • Lounge seating
  • Bulletin board/push pins
  • Wall art
  • Picture frames
  • String lights
  • Tapestry
  • Tension rod/window curtains
Kitchen tools and Dining
  • Dishes, cups, and utensils
  • Water bottle & travel mug
  • Food storage
  • Can/bottle opener
  • Bag/chip clips
  • Dish soap & sponge
  • Water filtration pitcher and filter
Appliances
  • Coffee maker – single cup brewer
  • Microwave – 900 watts or less
  • Electric kettle/hot pot
  • Mini fridge – 4.0 cubic feet or less
Storage and Organization
  • Space-saving hangers
  • Double closet rod
  • Stacking drawers
  • Shoe storage/racks
  • Storage cart/bins
  • Under bed storage
  • Hooks/hook racks
  • Wall safe adhesive
  • Storage trunk
  • Accessory/cosmetic organizers
  • Vanity mirror
  • Bedside shelf/caddy
  • Hair tool organizer
Electronics and Audio
  • Surge protector
  • TV/Internet cables (coaxial)
  • Portable speakers
  • Portable charger
  • Headphones
  • Alarm clock
  • Laptop lock
Desk organization and school supplies
  • Desk lamp
  • Desk organizers
  • Message/dry erase board
  • Lap desk
  • USB flash drive
  • Sticky notes
  • Notebooks
  • Folders
  • Highlighters
  • Paper clips
  • Scissors
  • Stapler and staples
  • Index cards
  • Printer, paper, and ink
Ready for anything
  • Batteries
  • Disinfectant wipes
  • Face mask
  • First-aid kit
  • Flashlight
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Safe
  • Tool kit/Sewing kit
  • Umbrella
  • Poncho
  • Raincoat
What NOT to bring

The following items are prohibited. Students should not bring them to campus, as they will be confiscated by Housing and Residence Life staff. Prohibited items will not be returned to students.

  • Alcohol (empty or full containers)
  • Animals/Pets (*unless approved by the Office of Student Disability Services)
  • Candles/incense
  • Extension cords
  • Halogen lights
  • Illegal substances
  • Iron or hot plate
  • Space heater
  • Weapons of any kind
  • Air Fryer
  • Wall LED Lights
  • Paper lanterns
  • Paper lamp shades