College and University Blog
What to Bring to College
Countless freshmen arrive at their dorm lugging huge boxes and suitcases only to discover that they brought too much or forgot something. Your dorm room will probably be the smallest place you ever live. Add in a roommate and you are even more space-challenged.
The clothes you bring depend a lot on where your college is located. Find out the average climate for every season and bring what you need. Think about the activities you like to participate in and plan accordingly. If you make regular trips home, you can bring your clothing to campus as needed. Remember, your storage space in the dorms is at a minimum. This may limit what you bring.
- Bring comfortable, casual clothes and shoes you can go to class in.
- Bring a few dressy outfits and shoes for more formal occasions.
- Bring a professional-looking outfit and shoes for interviews and professional situations.
- If you plan on taking advantage of campus recreation, bring work-out clothes, shoes, and maybe a bathing suit.
- Bring a light jacket and a heavy coat, mittens, hat, and scarf if you are going to a college with a colder climate.
- Bring rainwear
- Make sure to pack clothing to lounge in
Get a look at a dorm room or call the housing office to find out how big your room is and what it comes with. If you have a roommate, contact them before move-in. You can decide who is going to bring the big stuff. You don