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