CURATED LIST Β· 137 PICKS

⚑College Crunch Time

Speed shopping for last-minute packers: what you need, what you might want, and what you can't bring.

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Moving Bags

2 picks

Fans

3 picks

Lamp/Lighting

2 picks

Door Hanging Mirror

4 picks

Alarm Clocks

1 pick

Wall Decorations

3 picks

Hangers

2 picks

Tools

2 picks

Sheets

4 picks

Comforter, Duvet, or Quilt

3 picks

Mattress Protector

2 picks

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Mattress Topper

3 picks

Sleeping Mask

1 pick

Earplugs

1 pick

Shower Shoes

2 picks

Shower Caddy

3 picks

Bath Towels, Hand Towels, and Washcloths

3 picks

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Bathrobe

2 picks

Basic First-Aid Supplies

2 picks

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Common Over-the-Counter Medications

4 picks

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Portable Charger

1 pick

Surge-Protected Power Strip

3 picks

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Backpack with Padded Laptop Compartment

3 picks

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Laundry Hamper or Bag with Handles

2 picks

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Detergent

2 picks

Stain Remover and Dryer Sheets

3 picks

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Disinfectant Wipes

2 picks

Broom & Dustpan

2 picks

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Trash Can

2 picks

Reusable Water Bottle

1 pick

Weather Protection

2 picks

Area Rug

3 picks

Bedside Caddy or Clip-On Shelf

2 picks

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Vacuums

2 picks

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Small Air Purifier or Humidifier

2 picks

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Television

1 pick

Noise-Cancelling Headphone

3 picks

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Mini-Fridge and Microwave

2 picks

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Water Filter Pitcher

2 picks

Electric Kettle

2 picks

Coffee Maker

2 picks

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Ice Maker

1 pick

Under-Bed Storage Bins

2 picks

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Bed Risers

2 picks

Whiteboard

3 picks

Doorstop

2 picks

Foldable Step Stool

2 picks

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🚫 Strictly prohibited

5 picks

🚫 Strictly prohibited β€” fire and safety hazards

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🚫 Strictly prohibited β€” fire and safety hazards

Open-flame items: candles, incense, oil warmers, matches, lighters

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🚫 Strictly prohibited β€” fire and safety hazards

Unapproved heating elements: space heaters, halogen lamps, electric blankets without auto-shutoff

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🚫 Strictly prohibited β€” fire and safety hazards

Non-surge-protected extension cords or daisy-chained power strips (see List 1 β†’ Tech & Power for approved options)

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🚫 Strictly prohibited β€” fire and safety hazards

High-heat kitchen appliances: toaster ovens, hot plates, air fryers, deep fryers, indoor grills

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🚫 Strictly prohibited β€” fire and safety hazards

Ceiling tapestries or fabric canopies

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⚠️ Commonly prohibited

5 picks

⚠️ Commonly prohibited β€” verify in your housing contract

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⚠️ Commonly prohibited β€” verify in your housing contract

Hoverboards and electric scooters (lithium-ion battery fire risk)

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⚠️ Commonly prohibited β€” verify in your housing contract

Personal Wi-Fi routers or extenders (interferes with campus networks)

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⚠️ Commonly prohibited β€” verify in your housing contract

Pets of any kind

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⚠️ Commonly prohibited β€” verify in your housing contract

Weapons of any kind

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⚠️ Commonly prohibited β€” verify in your housing contract

Adhesives that damage wall paint (for damage-free alternatives, see List 2 β†’ Study, Tech & Ambiance β†’ Removable Poster Strips)

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