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What to Bring

New students often request a list of items that they should bring to college. Here is a good list of basics:

It is a good idea to contact your roommate before your move so you don't end up bringing duplicate items (refrigerator, microwave etc.)  We also recommend that you wait and purchase some of the bigger items after you arrive.  We have a Super-Walmart close by.

What to Bring

  • Alarm Clock
  • Clothes hangers
  • Laundry bag/basket
  • Laundry detergent, dryer sheets
  • Pillow, sheets and blankets for an extra-long twin bed (39" x 80" x 7" thick mattress)
  • Power Strips with a surge protector
  • Towels, soap, shampoo
  • Wastebasket

Some Things You Might Want to Bring

  • Adhesive hooks or tacky adhesive
  • Area rug
  • Bicycle and lock (racks available on campus)
  • Can opener
  • Coffee mug
  • Chip clips
  • Comforter
  • Computer and printer
  • Dish towel, dish soap
  • Eating utensils for snacks
  • Fan
  • Headrest pillow
  • Iron (must have auto shut-off)
  • Lamps (bedside or clamp-on extension)
  • Laundry marking pen and stain remover
  • Lounge chair
  • Mattress pad (39" x 80" x 7" thick mattress)
  • Memo board for your door
  • Microwave (small)
  • Plants
  • Plastic bowl and cup
  • Refrigerator (small)
  • Sewing kit
  • Small bucket or other container for toiletries
  • Stereo/headphones
  • Storage crates or boxes
  • Toolkit
  • TV (with antennae and box)
  • DVD or Blu-Ray disc player 
  • Wall decorations, posters

Things NOT Permitted

  • Airsoft guns
  • Coffeemakers, George Foreman grills, irons or any other electrical device that does not have an automatic shutoff
  • Any appliance with exposed heating coils
  • Halogen lights
  • Toaster/Toaster ovens
  • Oil popcorn poppers
  • Pets (except fish)

It's a good idea to contact your roommate before your move so you don't end up bringing duplicate items (refrigerator, microwave, etc.).

For more helpful ideas, visit "Off-to-College Checklist" (views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Bryan College).