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What to Bring to College Checklist

When preparing to go to college there are many items you might consider bringing.  This checklist has been prepared to help guide you.  Do not feel obligated to bring everything listed.  You and your roommate may wish to consider some items jointly.  For example, have you thought about:

 checkbox Room needs
 checkbox Curtains
 checkbox Blankets/linens
 checkbox Pillow
 checkbox Towels/wash clothes
 checkbox Alarm clock
 checkbox Desk lamp
 checkbox Waste paper basket (metal only)
 checkbox Posters or other decorations with appropriate hanging devices
 checkbox Telephone, cell phone, calling cards for long distance
 checkbox Area rugs, if desired
 checkbox Something to use as bookshelves, if desired
 checkbox Small fan
   
 checkbox Money for books (Amount depends on courses you take)
 checkbox Spending money (This amount is a personal decision)
 checkbox Banking (Have you considered opening an account at a bank in Frostburg?)
   
 checkbox Clothing
 checkbox Gym shoes
 checkbox Jeans & Business Casual
 checkbox Shirts & sweaters
 checkbox Dress clothes
 checkbox All-season footwear
 checkbox All-season headwear
 checkbox All-season outerwear
 checkbox Gloves (Frostburg winters are fierce!)
 checkbox Sleepwear, robes
   
 checkbox Personal supplies
 checkbox Soap
 checkbox Toothpaste
 checkbox Laundry Detergent
 checkbox Shampoo
 checkbox Prescription and over-the-counter medications
 checkbox Personal first-aid kits
 checkbox Cosmetics
 checkbox Shower cap/shoes
 checkbox Tote to carry personal items to bathroom facility
   
 checkbox Electrical or other appliances
Check housing contract to see what is permitted
   
 checkbox School needs
 checkbox Paper
 checkbox Books (Do not purchase until you know you will not change courses)
 checkbox Pencils/pens
 checkbox Computer and/or laptop and printer
 checkbox Stapler, tape, etc.
 checkbox Reference books
 checkbox Notebooks
 checkbox Backpack
   
 checkbox Transportation
  How will you be traveling to and from college? (car or Amtrak) Be sure to research the Amtrak schedule and fares before your need arises.
   
 checkbox Miscellaneous
 checkbox Postage stamps
 checkbox Stationery
 checkbox Address book
 checkbox Games
 checkbox Sports equipment
 checkbox Snacks
 checkbox Dinnerware (knife, spoon, water glass, cup)
 checkbox TV/DVD/VCR
 checkbox Game systems
 checkbox Stereo/CD players/MP3 players
   

Finally, will everything fit in the car?
Big items should be left at home.
Remember, you will be sharing a room.

 

 

 

 

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