College Dorm + Apartment Checklist

Whether you just got your college acceptance letter or you're a week from move-in, it's never too early or too late to make and double check your list to make sure you have everything you need when it's time to make the move. Moving into a dorm or apartment for the first (or second, or third, or eighth) time can be stressful, and this easy-to-skim checklist makes it easier to make sure you have it

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  • Make it the bare minimum

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  • Twin/Twin XL Duvet cover or comforter

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  • Duvet Insert

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  • Twin/Twin XL sheet set

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  • Standard pillows

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  • Mattress pad

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  • Euro Pillow + ham

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  • Floor lamp

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  • Desk lamp

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  • Lightbulbs

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  • Fan

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  • Make it adult

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  • Ottoman

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  • Air mattress

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  • Sewing kit

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  • First Aid Kit

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  • Flashlight

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  • Weekend bag

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  • Cups + coffee mug

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  • Plates + bowls

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  • Utensils

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  • Hot pot/Coffee marker

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  • Can/Bottle Opener

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  • Water bottle

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  • Water Bottle

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  • Microwave

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  • Mini fridge

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  • Make it organized

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  • Bed risers

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  • Underbed storage

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  • Trunk

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  • Stackable drawers

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  • 4-piece closet essentials set

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  • Double hanging rack

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  • Shoe organizer

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  • Jewelry organizer

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  • Velvet hangers

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  • Step stool

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  • Make it efficient

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  • Bulletin/dry erase board

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  • Pencil holder

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  • Magazine holder

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  • Stacking letter tray

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  • Stapler

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  • Over-the-door hooks

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  • Note books/binders

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  • Folders

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  • Pencils,pens + highlighters

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  • Printers,papers + ink

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  • External hard drive + USB

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  • Calender

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  • Bookends

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  • Tape

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  • Thumb tacks

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  • Backpack/bag

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  • Umbrella

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  • Headphones

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  • Speakers

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  • Make it homey

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  • Decorative pillows

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  • Throw Blanket

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  • Headboard

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  • Bed skirt

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  • Body pillow + cover

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  • Bed making blanket

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  • Window curtains

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  • Curtain tension rod

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  • TV

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  • Photos of Friends,fam + dog

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  • Earplugs

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  • Area Rug

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  • Make it prety

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  • String lights

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  • Wall tapestries

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  • Wall prints

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  • Magnetic frames

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  • Accent rug

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  • Temporary wallpaper

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  • Neon sign

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  • Washi tape

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  • Photo Display

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  • Make it clean

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  • Small garbage can

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  • Small garbage bags

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  • Bath towels

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  • Hand towels + washcloths

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  • Shower caddy

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  • Towel hook/rack

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  • Shampoo + conditioner

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  • Body wash

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  • Bath mat

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  • Shower curtain + liner

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  • Shower shoes

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  • Dish soap + wand

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  • Laundry bag/hamper

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  • Mini drying rack

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  • Iron/steamer

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  • Laundry detergent

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  • Dryer sheets

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  • Lint rollers

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  • Make move-in easy

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  • Command hooks + poster strips

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  • Push pins

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  • Doorstop

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  • Extension cords + power strips

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  • Cord wraps

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  • Sticky Tack

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  • Toolkit

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  • Scissors

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  • iPad or games for younger sibling

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  • Stress ball for dealing with mom and dad

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  • Tissues for mom when you say bye

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  • Snacks

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  • Family thank you gift for moving you in

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  • Lunch spots during breaks

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  • Small vacuum

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  • Paper towels

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  • Disinfectant wipes

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