Off to College... tips to make it a smooth transition.

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So you are headed off to college. Congratulations on your achievement. There are so many things to think about and so many new exciting experiences you will enjoy. College is happening, here's a handy list of items to help you with the transition. 

College Checklist

BEDDING

Pillows

Pillow cases

Comforter (check what size you need, dorm room beds are twin)

Sheet set

Body pillow and cover (optional)

Blanket

FURNITURE

If you are living in the dorm, chances are that the furniture will already be provided. They usually provide a bunk bed as well as a closet and a desk with chair. If you chose to live in an apartment, you may find this list helpful.

Futon

Futon cover

Lounge chair

BATH

Shower caddy

Washcloths

Towels

Flip-flops (for the shower)

Hair wrap, body wrap (optional)

Shampoo/Conditioner

Body wash

Soap

Skin care

Razors

 Makeup

Bath accessories

Personal care items

Shower puff

Contact lenses/solution

Eyeglasses

Shower curtain/shower liner (optional)

Shower spray (such as shower to shower, or Lysol) (optional)

Hairbrush

Hairstyling products

FOR CLASS

Backpack

Calculator

Pens/pencils/highlighters

Binders/notebooks

DINING

Plates/bowls/cups/mugs

Forks/spoons/knives

Bottle opener

Water bottle/plastic pitcher

CLEANING

Cleaning supplies

Paper towels

Sponges

Disinfecting wipes

Broom and dust pan

Trash can

Laundry detergent

Dryer sheets

Laundry basket/bag

Drying rack (only if you live in an apartment and your dishwasher doesn’t have a dry cycle option)

Iron

Lint brush

Mini ironing board

Vacuum

Swiffer

Bucket

Toilet bowl cleaner

Toilet brush

Garbage bags (plastic, paper)

KITCHEN

Microwave

Toaster/toaster oven

Mini fridge (ice trays)

Coffeemaker/espresso maker

Electric tea pot

Can opener

Pizza cutter

Pot holder

Food storage bags

Cooking utensils

Utensil tray

Kitchen gadgets

Mixing bowls

Cookware/bakeware

Shelf liners (optional)

Dish soap

Dish-cleaning wand

Dish towels

Paper towels

TRANSPORTATION

Bus Pass

Car

Skateboard

Bike

Scooter

ELECTRONICS

TV

Speakers

DVD Blu-Ray player

Tablet/IPAD

Gaming system games

Laptop case

Laptop desk

Computer

Laptop

Cords/cables/power strip

Printer/ink/paper

USB drive

STORAGE

Storage bins

Storage carts

Closet organizers

Hangers

Bed risers

Under-bed storage

Desktop organizer

3M command hooks

MISC.

Mini Barbecue

Stadium seat

Sunscreen

Address book

Notebooks