The Essential College Packing List

Do you have a college-bound student? Let the dorm room shopping fun begin! Print out this Essential College Packing List before you start shopping for the college essentials.

The college shopping experience has begun in our home. I have to admit, I am really enjoying the planning process with Gabrielle. The dorm room decor, color choices, and style is something she has been thinking about since she made her final decision to attend college in Boston. It’s hard to believe that soon she will be leaving home. For us, our main goal is to make sure her dorm room feels like home away from home by making her living space as cozy as possible. Of course, college shopping is so much fun with a girl. It’s a great bonding experience too. I imagine that when my son A.J. gets to this point in a few years, he will most likely tell me to go out and get what he needs.

So before you set out to stylize the perfect dorm room, print out this handy Essential College Packing List. No, you will not need to purchase everything on this list. You should also double check with your child’s school to make sure some of the items on this list are allowed. This Essential College Packing List is a perfect guideline to bring all the comforts of home to your child’s new beginning at college. Below, I also listed some must-have college dorm room items.

The Essential College Packing List Shopping Must-Haves!

Before you set out to tackle the dorm room shopping here are a few things to remember:

• College / dorm shopping can get overwhelming. Print out the list, look it over and make a game plan as to which stores you want to shop.
• Look for mail or online coupons. Larger retailers often have coupons to help save you money!
• Shop early for the best selection.
• Don’t feel like you have to tackle the list in one day. Break it down so you don’t feel as overwhelmed.
• Have fun!

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