If you are heading off to college, use this as a guideline for items you need to plan to take along. You will probably think of some other things, but this may help you gather many of the things you will need. Be sure you check with your school to find out what things are specifically needed in the dorm room and what things are allowed.
 

Laundry	Office/School	Misc
Laundry basket/bag Soap, bleach Softener/dryer sheets Spot treatment Quarters Iron/ironing board Hangers Sewing Kit	Tape Scissors Stapler/staples Paper clips Notebook paper Computer paper Folders Pens/pencils Pencil Sharpener Envelopes Stamps Ruler Rubber bands Highlighters Liquid paper Glue Calculator Bookends Computer discs	Extension cord/power strip Masking tape Tacks Poster putty Trash can Alarm clock Decorations Coffee pot/maker Flashlight Hot Pot Cup/plate/utensils Coffee mug Pictures from home Camera Sleeping Bag (optional) Stereo/radio/TV Message board for door Dish soap Ziploc bags/containers Can opener Bicycle & lock (optional)
Bedding
Mattress pad Sheets/pillow cases Blankets Bed spread/comforter Pillow
First Aid
Bandaids Antibiotic Ointment Hydrogen Peroxide Ace bandage Cotton swabs/balls Nail Clippers Tweezers Sunscreen Tylenol, etc Antacids Cold medicine Any other medications
	Books, Etc	Check About These
	Bible Dictionary Thesaurus Writing aids Assignment book Day planner Calendar	Refrigerator Computer/printer Small microwave Fan Lamp (desk or bed) Telephone Answering machine
Bathroom Supplies
Towels/washcloths Personal toiletries Bucket (to carry items to the bathroom) Plastic shoes for shower