The Ultimate College Packing List Every Incoming Freshmen Needs

If you're moving into dorm rooms, this college packing list will make your life so much easier. 

When I went off to college, I used the college packing list my school provided and seriously forgot so many things. 

After many frustrating trips to Target, I decided to make the ultimate college packing list for my readers so they didn't have to go through the same stress I did. 

This checklist has literally everything you will ever need when you're moving into the college dorms. 

If you want specific products, check out my College Essentials post where I lay out all of my favorite products that I couldn't live without throughout college.

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I've been in your position and making sure I didn't forget anything when I was moving into college dorm rooms was really important. These are the top dorm room essentials you can't forget about. 

Bedding:

• Mattress Topper 
• Mattress Protector 
• Sheets 
• Pillowcases 
• Comforter 
• Accent Pillows
• Blanket 
• Clip-On Fan

Bathroom Supplies: 

• 2 Body Towels 
• Towel Wrap 
• Shower Caddy 
• Makeup Organizer
• Makeup Mirror 
• Hair Wrap 
• Basket for Hair Products 
• 2 Hand Towels 
• Hair Dryer 
• Straightener 
• Curling Iron 
• Shampoo & Conditioner 
• Face Wash
• Makeup Remover 
• Shaving Cream
• Razor 
• Loofah 
• Lotion 
• Hairspray 
• Cotton Balls 
• Nail Polish Remover 
• Nail Polish 
• Makeup 
• Makeup Brushes
• Perfume 
• Toothbrush 
• Toothpaste
• Retainer
• Tweezers 
• Deodorant 
• Tissues
• Sunscreen 
• First Aid Kit 
• Ibuprofen 
• Allergy Medicine 
• Tums 
• Cold & Flu Medicine 
• Tampons & Pads 

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Electronics: 

• Laptop & Charger 
• Extension Cord 
• Surge Protector 
• Calculator & Charger 
• Sound Machine 
• 10ft Charger 
• USB Drive

Clothing: 

• Bras / Sports Bras 
• Tank Tops 
• Shirts 
• Sweaters 
• Sweatshirts 
• Jean Jacket
• Cardigans 
• Jeans 
• Leggings 
• Joggers 
• Socks 
• Dresses 
• Tennis Shoes 
• Sandals 
• Boots 
• Rain Boots
• Rain Jacket
• Scarves 
• Light Jackets 
• Winter Jackets 
• Jewelry 
• Hats 
• Swimsuit 
• Pajamas

Cleaning Supplies: 

• Laundry Detergent 
• Downy Wrinkle Releaser 
• Laundry Bags 
• Dryer Sheets 
• Trash Bags 
• All-Purpose Cleaner 
• Paper Towels 
• Small Vacuum 
• Disinfectant Spray 
• Dawn Soap 

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Kitchen: 

• Food Storage 
• Keurig 
• Paper Plates  
• Mugs 
• Ziploc Bags 
• Plastic Silverware 
• Water Bottle 
• Snacks 

Decor: 

• Bulletin Board 
• Photos 
• Command Hooks 
• Rug 

School Supplies: 

• Backpack 
• Pencils
• Highlighters 
• Pens 
• Binders 
• Notebook 
• Tape 
• Binder Dividers 
• Stapler
• Hole Punch 
• Scissors 
• Ruler 
• Planner