a fan for your room, lots of storage containers, a tv, a computer, a phone, bedding, towels, toiletries, clothes, movies, magazines, music

Shopping for school supplies has pretty much been a back-to-school ritual for the last decade of your life. But before you head off to college, you better be sure you’ve got more than a hefty staff of pens and notebooks. Here’s a list of some not-so-obvious things you might want to add to your usual school shopping spree.

1. bathrobe

Most dorm rooms don’t afford you the luxury of a private bathroom, so you might want to invest in a stylish, comfy bathrobe for those hallway treks to the shower.

2. shower caddy

How’s a girl going to transport her toiletries from dorm room to bathroom? Invest in a handy shower caddy big enough to hold everything you need to maintain that squeaky-clean image.

3. spill-proof travel mug

There’s nothing like a hot drink during an early morning class or a mid-afternoon caffeine pick-me-up, and a spill-proof travel mug is the best way to transport your favorite drink. Not only are these beverage containers usually permissible in libraries, but coffee shops often will give you a discount for using your own mug (not to mention the kudos you get for doing your part to help the environment).

4. flip-flops

Whether you’re going to school on the beach or in the Alaskan tundra, flip-flops for the great indoors are a must-have for any dorm dweller. Chances are you’re going to be running down the hallways for late night chat sessions, and flip-flops are a great alternative to going barefoot. They also come in handy if you’re skeeved out by the communal shower.

5. mini reading light

A lot of college homework will entail reading, so you may want to invest in a mini reading light that can attach to your book or bed. This gives you the option to stay up late without flooding the room with the overhead light. Plus, your roommate will love you for it.

6. extra-long twin sheets

Most college dorm beds are designed for the tallest possible inhabitants (read: basketball players), so that means you’ll need to make sure you get extra-long twin sheets for your new resting place. But double-check with your residence hall to be sure the twin beds are indeed extra-long.

7. egg crate mattress pad

While we’re talking about sleep, make your new dorm bed as comfy as home by bringing along an egg crate mattress pad. This extra bit of cushion will ensure you hours of quality sleep. Just be sure you have an alarm clock handy; you may not want to get out of bed!

8. mini-fridge

This could definitely be classified as a luxury item, but having a mini-fridge in your room can be priceless. It means not always having to visit the vending machine for a cold soda, having breakfast in bed (milk for cereal), and being able to keep fresh fruit or veggies on hand for snacks.

9. tupperware

Speaking of food, you may want to raid your mom’s party stash because Tupperware is a must-have for any dorm dweller. Bring them to the cafeteria and stock up on leftovers, or just use them as surrogate dishes when you’re in need of a bowl for your cereal.

10. bulk snacks

When you’re not in the mood for hitting up the dining hall, you’ll want to have your favorite munchies on hand in your room. Hit up Costco or Sam’s Club to bulk up (and save money!) on your snacks of choice.

11. corkboard/dry erase board

Hanging a corkboard or dry erase board on your bedroom wall or the door of your dorm room always comes in handy for leaving messages to roomies or hallmates. Plus, they can leave you messages when you’re out of the room, and it’s the first thing you see when you get back.

12. pop-up laundry hamper

This will seriously become your best friend when lugging weeks’ worth of laundry to the dorm facilities. The cool thing about this little gizmo is that it’s lightweight, folds up conveniently to save space, and comes in an array of cool colors.

13. extension cords/power strip

Between your computer, printer, alarm clock, cell phone charger, and lamps (not to mention hairdryers and curling irons), there are a lot of electronics plugged into a dorm room. To make sure you’re all powered up and able to use your items wherever you choose bring along a couple of extension cords and a power strip.

14. mini tool kit

And while you’re at the hardware store pick up a portable tool kit with the basic screws, nails, and a hammer. This will come in handy for hanging stuff on the walls or fixing minor problems around your room.

15. micro-cassette recorder

Make sure you don’t miss any of those lecture notes by investing in a micro-cassette digital recorder. If the concepts in organic chemistry are confusing or you “accidentally” doze off during a class, you’ll be thankful for the audio recording that you can playback anytime, especially right before exam week.

16. extra hangers

Unlike hotels, dorm rooms don’t come with this necessity, so be sure you have an ample stash to hang up that little black dress as soon as you get to campus.

17. iron & mini ironing board

Gone are the days of using your parents’ supply of household gadgets, so to ensure a wrinkle-free wardrobe invest in an iron and mini ironing board–they’ll store easily under the bed.

I typed everything down and somehow lost it but Heather Loves Joe seems to have covered everything I said.

The only extras are:

Talk to your roommate to coordinate items so you do not have duplicates (Like TVs, Fridges, Microwaves, etc…) It is a good way to get to know your roommate before you get there,

If you have a construction worker in the area and your roommate agrees, a loft is a great way to make more rooms from nothing.

Do not forget some cooking utensils. Just the basics. Most Dorms have a room on each floor. Even though they do not allow hot plates, if you want one find one of the popcorn poppers that has a hot plate on the bottom and the bowl on the top. Since it is a popper, they will let you have it.

Do not forget a hair Dryer.

Other than that I think you have everything!

Good Luck!!!!

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what year are you? have you seen your room? do you have roommates? if you do have roommates how many do you have? College rooms are small and packed with people, bring the essential things since your going to need them. if you have roommates then you are already going to have to cut back on your stuff and depending on how many roommates you have decides what you going to bring. since all of them will be bringing their own stuff as well. if you leaving alone then you can bring as many things as you think would fit into the room without cluttering it. pick the things that are essentials first. then bring things that you really really want to take to with you. if you know you have room then brings other things as well.

textbooks, computer, calculator, notebooks, pens, pencils, hilighter,.. general stuff for classes…

CD player or iPod w/ headphones would be good