8 Dorm Room Essentials for Your 'Back to School' Checklist
Dorm rooms. Yes, they're small. But with a little elbow grease, a well-organized dorm room really can feel like a home away from home for students fresh to the college scene.
Of course, it helps if students arrive prepared with everything they need to feel settled, secure and geared up for success. That's why we've gathered eight items, all of which can be found at Costco, that any college student (and their roommates) can appreciate.
1. Noise-cancelling headphones
From on-campus events to phone-happy roommates, college can be noisy. Students can cut down on the clamor with a pair of noise-cancelling headphones for distraction-free studying.
2. Portable stow-away safe
Students sharing space can breathe easier on the go by securing valuables in a safe that's large enough for a laptop.
3. Mattress topper
A solid sleep routine is key to academic success, but dorm beds aren't exactly known for comfort. A supportive mattress topper means more zzz's for a better start to any day.
4. Mini fridge
Warning: Students can and will get hungry after the dining hall has closed. A compact fridge stocked with nutritious foods will help late-night snackers avoid unhealthy alternatives.
5. Tower fan
Students often have little to no control over room temperature. Purchasing a space-saving fan will help provide much-needed relief while summer weather lingers.
6. Grocery delivery
Finding time to go to the store – let alone to wash dishes – can be hard during midterms and finals. Get groceries delivered to prepare for long days spent studying.
7. First aid kit
Whether there's a minor paper cut or a major crisis, a first aid kit is always a good idea to have within reach.
8. Keurig
Early (and late-night) birds need not panic when on-campus cafes are closed. An in-room Keurig can dole out anything from espresso to hot cocoa, and it's always "open."