• Join the facebook admitted students group, a majority of the time people are always selling discounted supplies

• Try to get essentials like bed sheets, comforter, etc on big sale days like Black Friday

• Amazon is always a decent option that is relatively cheaper than big chain stores

• Decorations to make the space feel home like are easily completed with DIY crafts that can be found on Pinterest!

• Set of towels and Wash Cloths

• Twin XL Size Sheets (most college bed sheets are twin XL but double check)

• Mattress Pad (These colleges give you the thinnest mattress, mattress pads even go second hand on the admitted students page)

• Laundry Basket

• Mini Fridge (super convenient and nice for leftovers. Some colleges will rent them out)

• Microwave

• Office Desk Items (Dollar Store would be the place to go)

• Cleaning Supplies (Vacuum, Swiffer, Clorox Wipes, Bathroom Cleaner etc)

• Trash can (and trash bags)

• Blankets (Dorms get really cold in the winter)

• Small Rotating Fan (Summer in dorms = hot dungeon)

• Hangers

• Clothing sorters (for keeping clothes separated in drawers, not necessary but keeps you organized)

• Silverware and Dish ware (Target sells plastic bowels and plates for less than a dollar and they come in fun colors)

• Printer (to avoid having to pay to use the ones around campus!)

• Hair dryer for those who uses them

**Prices may vary across different universities

**Room and board accommodations may vary but include: Internet & Wifi, Community Lounge, Community Laundry Room, etc.

Some halls include LEARNING COMMUNITIES to allow the opportunity to room with people of similar majors