My previous post was my top 10 favorite buys for my college freshman. Here is my complete list of must haves for at college in the dorms.
Electronics
Surge Protector – This one is perfect! It has just the right amount of plugs and USB ports.
Mini Fridge – Be sure to see what the rules for your specific college are regarding mini refrigerators.
Amazon Stick – Great paired with a good monitor or tv. My son loved watching his favorite shows when they came out.
Ethernet Cable – Direct internet can be necessary in a dorm. Internet can be spotty but using an ethernet cable can help. This one is braided and super flexible.
Monitor – Great monitor for both gaming and watching tv as well as doing homework.
Desk light and charging station – This light has so many features. It dims and it charges your phone. One less cord on the desk!
Phone Battery – Sometimes college students are out all day based on their busy schedules and having a portable battery means mom can always get a hold of them.
Bedding
Call Your Mom/Text Your Mom Pillow……needs no explanation.
Bedding Set – Super simple yet just what my son needed. Let’s face it. Most boys just sleep with the sheet and never make the bed. Don’t waste your time looking for a cute comforter when it might just stay in pile under the bed.
Mattress Cover – Great for keeping dust, dust mites and bed bugs away. This one is soft and does not crinkle when you move on it.
Mattress Topper – My son only needed the 2 inch topper. It was already super comfortable.
Pillow – We searched high and low for the best pillow. This one won by far. Get a Purple Pillow!
Pillow for sitting – Most kids have these on their beds to help sit and do homework.
Organization
Desk Organizer – Simple organizer for basic desk items.
Daily Agenda/Planner – My son loves this basic planner for him to keep track of his homework and tests. This one is small and fits in the small pocket of his backpack.
Movable Drawers – If your college student has their bed captain height, this will fit perfectly under it. Extra drawers always come in handy. We put food/snacks in them more than clothes.
Shoe Organizer – Boys don’t collect clothes but they usually collect shoes. This helped my son keep all of his off the floor at school and at home.
3M Hooks -Hang everything up! We hung sweatshirts, towels, gym bags, anything with a string. There is very little floor space so the more you hang up on the wall the better!
Kitchen Items
Storage Cart – This can hold all your dishes, coffee maker, etc. Great to move around the room if needed.
Keurig Coffee Maker – Need it say more?
Toiletry Items
Shower Caddy – This fabric one was so easy to use. The S hook make it so he could hang it on the shower door during his shower and then hang it back in the room to keep dry.
Over the door hooks – Hang more items! Over the closet door or even over the bed frames.
Facial Trimmer
Towels
Shower Shoes – a must!
Furniture
Dorm Chair
Rug
Cubby/Nightstand
Miscellaneous
Suitcase for all the trips back home
Ikea Bags – We only needed 3 and worked great! Put the clothes on hangers in the bags on the hanger. Just zip it up and go!
Air Purifier – This one is amazing! We all have one at home now. It is so quiet and can run constantly. It even tells you how the air is on the app on your phone.
Woozoo Fan – Everyone talks about the Woozoo Fan! It is as amazing as they say. Worth every penny!
Bed Shelfie – Loved this so much I wanted one for myself. Keeps phone and drink cup right at the bedside.
Dorm Room Safe – Just in case you want to lock up your valuables.
Vacuum – Just hope they actually use it.
Laundry/hamper – Super easy to carry dirty clothes to the laundry room. And back. The side pocket is handy for carrying the detergent or dryer sheets.
For Fun
Room Lights – We tried out several and these were by far the best!
Spike Ball
Hammock
Beach Chair
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