The Best Ultimate College Packing List 2022

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The ultimate college packing list for 2022- Everything you need to pack this year

Packing for college can be super overwhelming, especially if it is your freshman year. You do not want to overpack but you also want to make sure you didn’t forget anything. That is why I put together the ultimate college packing list to help you!

This post is all about the ultimate college packing list for 2022.

Bedding

You most definitely have to make sure that you have a comfortable bed because you will be spending a ton of time in there. Whether you’re sleeping, studying, or even eating, majority of your time in your dorm will be in bed. So let’s make it as cute and as comfy as we possibly can!

Here is everything you need to pack for college for bedding:

Sheets (My pick)
Comforter
Mattress Topper (My pick)
Pillows
Pillowcases (My pick)
Throw blanket
Throw pillows
Bed skirt (My pick)

Bathroom

If you are living in a dorm, there is a high chance you will be using a communal bathroom. Which means you’ll be sharing a bathroom with the entire floor or section of dorm rooms. These are a must-have for your college packing list.

Towels
Towel wrap (My pick)
Shower caddy (My pick)
Hair wrap (My pick)
Toiletry case
Shower shoes

Toiletries

Some of these are quite obvious to bring but this list is so you don’t forget anything! These things are super important and why I included them in the ultimate college packing list for 2022!

Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Body wash
Body scrub
Lotion
Shampoo
Conditioner
Face cleanser
Face moisturizer
Face serum
Acne spot treatment
Acne pads
Toner
Eye cream
Primer
Foundation
Concealer
Tinted moisturizer
Mascara
Miscellaneous Makeup
Self tanner
Hair treatments

Bathroom Supplies

Razor
Shaving cream
Toothbrush
Floss
Makeup Mirror
Toothbrush holder
Curling iron
Blow dryer
Straightener
Hair clips
Hair brush
Comb
Hair ties/ scrunchies
Bobby pins
Tweezers
Cotton pads
Cotton balls
Q-tips
Nail polish
Nail polish remover
Nail filer
Nail clippers
Makeup brushes
Tissues
Tampons/ pads
Eyeglasses/ eyeglasses clears / contacts solutions and case etc.

Laundry

Going to college may be the first time you do your laundry on your own. Most college laundry rooms do not have any of the supplies you need to do your wash. So you have to pack everything you need to do your laundry.

Laundry detergent
Laundry bag/ hamper
Dryer sheets
Fabric softener
Stain remover
Stain remover pen
Bleach
Color catches
Lint brush
Iron
Ironing board

Room

Let’s face it, you are going to spend a ton of time in your dorm or your college apartment. You have to make it comfy, cozy, and a place you actually enjoy being in. This section is a list of various things you need for your living space. A ton of the ultimate college packing list is in this section. Some stuff are more for a college apartment rather than a dorm room. You will know what you will need and not need based off what your living situation is.

Hangers
Chairs
Futon
Bedside tables
Bedside lamp
Floor lamp
Dresser
Clock
Shoe rack
Shelves
Jewelry box/ organizer
Full length mirror
Fan
Curtains
Curtain rods
First Aid kit
Trash can
Closet organizer
Over the door organizer
Posters
Wall art
Headboard

Desk and school supplies

This list is everything you need to pack for your school supplies and what you need for your desk in your dorm or apartment! The ultimate college packing list for school supplies.

Pens
Pencils
Planner
Backpack
Tote bag
Paper clips
Notebooks
Note pads
Staples
Stapler
Highlighters
Erasers
Whiteout
Tape
Rubberbands
Binders
Sticky notes
Calendar
White board for notes or calendar
Laptop stand
Desk organizers/ containers
Folders
Filing folders

Tech

School supplies doesn’t end with just pens and paper these days. Everything is digital and you have to be prepared with all the tech supplies for college.

Laptop
Flash drive
External hard drive
Laptop stand
Laptop case
External mouse
Chargers
Portable phone charger
Extension cords
HDMI cords
Printer
Printer ink
Batteries
Headphones
Tablet

Closet

This is obviously the best part of packing for college- the clothes! It may be obvious what you need to pack when in comes to your wardrobe, but while packing just go through this checklist to make sure you didn’t forget anything! If you are going to school in Miami, obviously you won’t need a winter coat, I added everything for everyone!

T-shirts
Tank tops
Sports bras
Bras
Underwear
Pajamas
Loungewear
Sweatpants
Sweatshirts
Leggings
Jeans
Pants
Skirts
Shorts
Sweaters
Cardigans
Workout clothes
Socks
Casual dresses
Formal dresses
Going out clothes
Professional clothing such as: dress pants, blazers, button downs, etc.
Jacket
Winter coat
Hats
Gloves
Scarves
Running shoes
Casual sneakers
Sandals
Heels
Wedge heels
Snow boots
Slippers
Bathing suits
Purses
Sunglasses
Jewelry

Food

I think it’s important to have a good stash of food in your dorm or college apartment even if you have a meal plan. Sometimes leaving is such a struggle and we just want something to grab while hanging out. Your microwave will be your best friend in college

Coffee
Coffee creamer
Microwavable meals
Popcorn
Granola bars
Oatmeal
Soup
Peanut butter
Cereal
Snack packs like chips, pretzels, etc.

Important documents

College means you’re officially an adult (yay!) It also means it is time to have important documents on hand in case you ever need them.

Drivers license/ ID
Passport
Birth certificate
Student ID
Credit card
Debit card
Check book
Social security card
Bank information
Health insurance cards
List of emergency contacts
Car information like registration and insurance card
Financial aid documents

Medical

Keep some of this stuff handy to save yourself a trip to the pharmacy. Some of these items are so important and why they are included in my ultimate college packing list!

First aid kit
Cough drops
Throat drops
Tums
Vitamins
Over the counter medicine
Prescription medicine
Birth control
Eye drops
Vaseline
Condoms
Cold medicine
Ice pack
Menstruation medicine
Eye drops
Bug spray
Wet wipes
Thermometer