<p>My daughter used this list from Bed Bath and Beyond as a reference. Certainly not everything on here is essential, but it gives you an idea of what to bring.</p>
<p><a href=“http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/registry/campuschecklist/”>http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/registry/campuschecklist/</a></p>
<p>A few have already mentioned really important things. Here are a few things my daughter could not do without: obviously sheets (twin), mattress cover, thick egg crate type mattress pad, lifts for her bed to allow storage space under bed, storage bins in various sizes, desk lamp, clip on fan, window fan, shower shoes, shower tote, laundry basket and detergent, tension rod for her closet to add another bar for hanging clothes, hangers. She’s a coffee drinker so she has a Keurig there. I don’t think they allow traditional coffee makers, but Keurigs are allowed. She does have a carpet there. It makes the room much nicer. If you get one, get a cheap one. They throw them in the dumpster when they move out. Rain boots are also a must.
I’m sure I have left out many necessities, but this is the stuff off the top of my head.</p>