The ultimate list of must-haves for college dorms in 2022

Do you remember when you first went off to college? It was the first time you left home, you lived alone (probably with a few roommates), bought school supplies, made many new friends, and made many new memories.

Go into college with our Ultimate Dorm Essentials Checklist and be prepared for a new chapter in your life.

Dorm necessities to stay well rested

• Sheets (Check with your college for the correct size; many dorm beds require extra-long twin sheets)
• Bath towels, washcloths, hand towels
• Pillows and pillowcases
• Blankets/comforters/duvet
• Etc.

Dormitory necessities to maintain good hygiene

• Shampoo and conditioner
• Body wash, lotion, and/or oils
• Loofah or wash cloths
• Hand soap and sanitizer
• Face wash, moisturizer, and other skincare products
• Toothbrush, toothpaste, and floss
• Comb or brush
• Hair styling tools (flat iron, curling iron, dryer, etc.)
• Razors and shaving cream
• Cotton swabs
• Sunscreen and bug spray
• Toilet paper
• Deodorant
• Cleaning supplies and air freshener
• Etc.

Keeping healthy dorm necessities

• Prescription meds, along with a plan for refilling them (Either ask your doc to send your next refill to a pharmacy near campus or, if possible, have your pharmacy transfer the prescription to a local branch.)
• Over-the-counter meds you use regularly (Think: ibuprofen/acetaminophen, cold and flu meds, menstrual relief products, antacids, cough drops, etc.
• Vitamins
• First aid kit with bandages, alcohol wipes, and antibiotic ointment
• Tissues
• Allergy medication
• Birth control

Electronic technology dormitory necessities

• Phone and charger
• Power strip/surge protector to protect your computer (Note: Not all multi-outlet devices are actually surge protectors, so make sure it's labeled as such.)
• Extension cords
• Earbuds or headphones
• Laptop, charger and case
• Cables (HDMI/ethernet)
• Charging cube/brick for USB cables
• Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Moving away from home for the first time is an adventure. Adventures are always a little bit exciting and a little bit scary, so prepare your college co-ed for success with this ultimate list of dorm room essentials. Any other dorm room essentials you know of, leave a comment in the comments section.