What to Take to College

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School Supplies

Backpack
Calculator
Erasers
Folders
Loose Leaf
Markers / Sharpie
Notebook
Pens
Pencils
Pencil Sharpener
Ruler
Scissor
Stapler

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Kitchen Needs

Bottle Opener
Disposable Plates
Disposable Silverware
Microwave
Mini-Fridge
Plastic Cups
Water Bottle

Laundry

Bin / Hamper
Detergent
Fabric Softener

Room Necessities

Alarm Clock
Bedding
- Bed Risers
- Blanket
- Comforter
- Mattress Pad
- Pillows
- Pillowcases
- Sheets
Broom
Desk Lamp
Febreze
Fan
Hangers
Picture Frames / Photos
Posters
Rug
Storage Trays
Tools (Screwdriver, Hammer)
Wastebasket

Hygiene & Beauty

Conditioner
Cotton Swabs (Q-Tips)
Dental Floss
Deodorant
Hair Brush / Comb
Hair Dryer
Makeup
Mouthwash
Nail Clipper
Razors / Shaving Cream
Shampoo
Shower Cap
Shower Tote
Soap
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Towels (Bath, Hand)
Tweezers

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Electronics & Fun

Basketball, Football, etc.
Books
Cell Phone & Charger
Digital Camera
Headphones (NC)
Laptop
- Anti-Virus
- Ethernet Cables
- Thumb Drive
- Word Processor
Movies (DVDs, Blu-Ray)
MP3 Player (iPod)
Music
Power Strips
Television
Video Games

Health

Bandages
Contact Lenses
Cough Drops
Cough Medicine
First-aid kit
Glasses
Neosporin
Pain Relievers
Purell
Sunscreen
Vitamins

Miscellaneous

Batteries (Especially AA)
Duct Tape
Ear Plugs
Instant Stain Remover
Planner / Agenda
Scotch Tape
Tissues

Documents

Copies of Important Documents
Driver's License
Health Records
Insurance Information
Passport
Social Security Number

Clothes & Accessories

Clothing
- Casual Clothes
- Formal Clothes
- Play Clothes
- Swimwear
Flip Flops
Hats, Gloves, Scarves
Poncho / Raincoat
Ponytail Holders
Rain Boots
Shoes
Sunglasses
Umbrella
Wallet
Watch

Optional

School Supplies

Binder
Colored Pencils
Foreign Language Dictionary
Glue
Graphing Paper
Highlighters
Hole Punch
Note Cards
Paper Clips
Pencil Case
Post-its
Sketch Pad
White-out

Kitchen Needs

Blender
Can Opener
Coffee Maker
Dish Detergent
Snacks
Water Filter

Laundry

Iron
Ironing Board
Lint-Roller

Room Items

Bean-bag
Bucket
Bug Spray
Bulletin Board / Pins
Cable Management
Calendar
Desk Organizers
Dry Erase Board
Humidifier
Jewelry Organizer
Mirror
Overdoor Hooks
Plants
Swiffer
Vacuum (Portable)

Hygiene & Beauty

Acne Cream
Curling Iron
Facial Lotion
Hair Straightener

Electronics & Fun

Bike
Blank CDs
Board Games
Computer Speakers
Extension Cords
Frisbees
iPod Speakers
Laptop Accessories
- Case
- Extra USB Cables
- Laptop Lock
- Mouse
- Mouse Pad
Musical Instrument
Playing Cards
Portable Hard Drive
Printer / Scanner / Copier
- Extra Cartridges
- Printer Paper
Radio
Slingbox

Health

Icy Hot
Lip Balm

Miscellaneous

Address Book
Calling Card
Envelopes
Flashlight
High School Yearbook
Krazy Glue
Ramen Noodles!
Religious Material
Rubber Bands
Safe / Lockbox
Sewing Kit
Stamps
Sponge
Swim Goggles
Tape Measure
Windex

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