College Series: Part 2

Bedding 

Twin XL or Twin sheets*

Comforter or Quilt

Blanket (for under comforter or quilt)

Pillows (1 or 2)

Throw blankets (perfect for movie nights with friends)

Body Pillow (if you so desire)

Throw pillows

Bedbug Protection Mattress Cover and Pillow Covers

Foam Topper

Places to purchase bedding:

Bed, Bath, and Beyond (where I got mine)

PB Teen

PB Dorm

Garnet Hill

Macy's 

JC Penney 

Target 

Kitchen Necessities 

Microwave (if allowed)

Mini-fridge with a built in freezer

Keurig (if allowed)

Candle Warmer *

Eating Utensils (not plastic)

Bowl

Plate

Tupperware (for leftovers)

Cutting board

Knife 

Brita Water Jug

Coffee Cup

Travel mug 

Water Bottle 

Bathroom

Shower Caddy

Bathroom Toiletries 

Bathroom Rug*

Towels

Robe or Shower Wrap

Shower Shoes 

Any other personal shower necessities 

Hair Dryer

Straightener

1 Curling Iron 

Hand Soap

Lotion

Sunscreen

Makeup

Makeup Remover

First Aid Kit

Leave-in Conditioner

Dry Shampoo

Hair Ties

Hair Clips

Bobby Pins

Tweezers

Nail Clippers

Nail File

Nail Polish

Kleenex

Feminine Products

Desk + Technology

Desk lamp

Post-its

Wite Out

Tape

Stapler
Staple Remover

Loose Leaf Printer Paper

Printer*

Printer Ink (black and color)*

Extra Batters (AAA, AA, etc)

Rubber Bands

Paper Clips

Binder Clips 

Drink Coaster

Phone + Charger

Laptop + Charger

Camera + Charger

Flashdrive

Power Strip (at least one)

USB Power Strip

Flashlight

Laptop case

eReader + Charger

Wall/ Desk Calendar 

Stamps

Address Labels 

Dry Erase Markers

Three Hole Punch

Whole Punch

Ruler

Pencil Case (for backpack)

Desk Pencil Holder

Textbooks

Notebooks*

Index Cards*

Magnets 

Clothes

See previous college series (part 1) for some ideas

Below are listed some very important clothes for schools in seasonal places:

Rain boots

Snow boots

Rain Jacket

Parka 

Riding Boots

Vests (love J. Crew and Patagonia)

Fleece Pullovers

Fleece Leggings

Workout clothes

Going out clothes

Jeans

Sweaters

Flats

Business Casual 

Baseball  hat(s)

Winter Hat 

Ear Muffs

Winter gloves

Slippers

Socks

Boot Socks/ Camp Socks

Purses (Everyday and Going-Out)

Tote bag

Sandals

Flip-flops

Sweatshirts

Shorts

Skirt

Dresses

Flannels

Button-ups

Cardigans

Tank Tops

Camisoles

Underwear

Bras 

Strapless Bra

Tennis Shoes
Wristlet 

Other

Pepper Spray

Television 

DVD/ Blu Ray player

Rug

Christmas Lights

Photo frames

Clothing Hangers

Portable Hangers

Sports Equipment

Blanket for outside

Beach Towel

Bathing Suit

Desk Fan

Screwdriver

Backup Phone Charger

Duffle Bag(s)
Sewing Kit
Chair
Shoe rack for under bed
Storage Ottoman 

Notes

Bedding: Most college beds fit twin xl only, but some are twin only. Make sure you double check at orientation or ask people you know at your school what size you need! 

Candle Warmers: Most dorms do not allow burning candles, as mine did not, so I purchased a candle warmer to warm the candles in my dorm! You can get candle warmers at Yankee Candle or at supermarkets such as Meijer! I recommend taking the wicks out of your candles so that they do not float around. Also, if you spill the wax, here's a handy trick: Use paper bags and an iron to get the wax up. 

Bathroom Rug: I had to purchase one for my suite bathroom because I hate the possibility of slipping in the shower. You do not have to purchase one if you have communal bathrooms! 

Printer + ink: I personally did not bring a printer because we get allotted prints at all printing stations at IU. Consider how much room you will have in your room, and then if you want to bring one, consider if you really want all of your friends bugging you to use your printer late at night! 

Textbooks: I recommend searching for your textbooks at online stores along with your online campus bookstore manifest to compare pricing. Do not purchase new books for your gen ed classes that have nothing to do with your major. Check Chegg and Amazon for other prices! Side note: Get Amazon Prime! College students get 6 months free and it is so worth it! Free two day shipping on most things and you sometimes get deals!! 

Notebooks/Index Cards/Pens etc: I highly recommend that you purchase all of these products when you get to campus and once your classes start so that you know what you need. You don't wan to waste money on products that you don't actually need.

For all college shopping needs, go to Target and Bed, Bath, and Beyond because they have everything. Literally.