What to Pack for College

Making sure that you are properly packed for your first year of college is one of the most important yet overlooked aspects of the entire college process. However, it doesn’t have to be this way. Simply compiling a list of what you need to bring can help save you time, and ensure that your first year of college is a success. Luckily, we have already created this list for you. Read below to find out exactly what you should be bringing with you to your first year of school!

Clothing

Underwear
Socks
Shorts
Jeans
Business-casual attire
T-shirts
Pants
Pajamas

Bedroom Items

Curtains
Trash cans
Comforters
Blankets
Hamper
Bedside lamp
Storage bins
Bed sheets
Pillows
Pillowcases

Health and Beauty Items

Cosmetics
First-aid kit
Cotton swabs
Medications
Vitamins
Lotion
Deodorant
Q-tips
Nail clippers

School Supplies

Pens
Pencils
Highlighters
Rulers
Backpack
Binders
Calculator
Index cards
Notebooks

Bathroom Items

Shaving kit
Body wash
Soap
Shampoo
Conditioner
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Mouthwash
Towels

Kitchen Items

Plates
Bowls
Utensils/silverware
Dish soap
All-purpose cleaners
Garbage bags
Can and bottle openers
Paper towels
Napkins