Practical & Helpful College Dorm Packing List!

Do you have a child that is planning to go to college? 

We just had our second oldest son leave for college last week and is desiring to major in criminal justice. He is also excited about playing football there as well! We miss him but it is definitely a "happy" sad. 

When a child moves away to live in on campus in a dorm there is much that they will need. And it is good to take time a prep and plan in advance. 

So I figured I would share a practical list of basic helpful items with you here so it might help someone else as well!

Here it is and sorted by category:

BED

pillows

sheets

blankets

comforter

mattress topper - many dorm mattress are uncomfortable and this provides extra padding

bedside shelf

dust ruffle - if you want to cover the storage area what is under your bed

hangars

LAUNDRY

hamper

detergent/pods

sewing travel kit

steamer

STUDENT

desk lamp

notebooks/ pens/ paper/ folders/ planner/ stapler/ paper clips/ highlighters/erasers/white out/tape

backpack

laptop (don't forget the charger and case)

earphones, airpods, or headphones

monitor

desk chair

trash can (a small one and don't forget the bags)

small fan

storage bins 

clothes/underwear/coats/socks/ gloves/hats

TOILETRIES

shampoo/conditioner/soap/body lotion

toilet paper

bowls and plates

paper towels

towels

toothbrush/toothpaste

feminine hygiene

deodorant

razors/shaving kit

perfume/cologne/bodywash

nail kit

wash clothes

MISCELLANEOUS

cell phone and charger

decor/plants

pictures in frames

posters

money

wallet and ID

important school papers

clock

mirror

snacks

vitamins/medicine

glasses/contacts/saline solution

makeup

passport (if international student)

cleaning supplies

hand sanitizer

steamer

wipes

chapstick

first aid kit

What would you add to this list?

Please share below in the comments!

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