What to Pack for College Dorms in 2025
What to Pack for College Dorms in 2025
Heading to college this year? Whether you're moving across the country or just across town, packing smart is key. Here's everything you actually need for dorm life in 2025—plus what to skip.
🛏️ Dorm Room Basics
- Twin XL sheets & mattress protector
- Comforter or duvet + pillows
- Laundry basket or bag
- Clothing hangers
- Power strip with surge protection
- Desk lamp or clip-on light
🧴 Personal Care & Laundry
- Towels (2 bath, 2 hand)
- Shower caddy + flip-flops
- Toiletries (shampoo, soap, toothpaste, etc.)
- First-aid kit (band-aids, pain relief, meds)
- Laundry detergent, dryer sheets, stain remover
💻 Tech Essentials for 2025
- Laptop or tablet (fast enough for multitasking)
- Noise-canceling headphones
- Phone + charger
- Portable charger or power bank
- Smart speaker (if allowed)
- External drive or cloud backup
🧺 Organization Supplies
- Under-bed storage bins
- Drawer dividers
- Desk organizer (pens, cords, notebooks)
- Closet organizer or shoe rack
🍽️ Kitchen & Snacks
(Check your dorm’s rules first)
- Mini-fridge & microwave (if not provided)
- Reusable water bottle + travel mug
- Dishware (1–2 of each: plates, bowls, utensils)
- Food storage containers
- Snack stash (granola bars, instant noodles, etc.)
👕 Clothes & Accessories
- Seasonal clothing (pack light, rotate later)
- Lounge wear & workout gear
- Jacket/raincoat, hat, umbrella
- Everyday shoes + 1 formal pair
📚 School Supplies
- Backpack or tote
- Notebooks, folders, pens, highlighters
- Planner or calendar (digital or paper)
- Sticky notes, index cards, and USB drive
🖼️ Personal Touches
- Photos of friends/family
- Posters or wall art (use command strips)
- Throw blanket + decorative pillow
- Small plant (low-maintenance ones like snake plants or succulents)
🛟 Safety & Health
- Emergency contact list (printed + digital)
- Face masks & hand sanitizer
- Flashlight or battery-powered light
- Check if dorm provides fire extinguisher/smoke detector
🚫 What NOT to Bring
- ❌ Large furniture (your room is already furnished)
- ❌ Expensive valuables (leave them at home)
- ❌ Too many kitchen gadgets (most aren’t allowed)
- ❌ All your clothes (you won’t wear them)
- ❌ Paper textbooks you can get digitally
Final Tips
- ✅ Double-check your school’s housing checklist
- ✅ Coordinate with your roommate on shared items
- ✅ Pack a small “first-night” bag (toiletries, pajamas, chargers)
With this checklist, you’ll arrive prepared, organized, and ready to enjoy your new space. Welcome to dorm life—make it yours.
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