These are magical: just throw them in the washer with your clothes. Just make sure not to make the mistake I did of putting them in the detergent compartment.
Doesn't work quite as well My bed is actually a literal "iron board," but I still have one of these for keeping my clothes pressed and smooth. Pro tip: steam can set off fire alarms, so make sure not to iron directly under the smoke detector.
Undoubtedly invented by the same extraterrestrial geniuses that brought us Command strips, these are great for hanging coats and towels. I use one to wash the silk ascot from my Austin Powers cosplay, but they work well for any delicate garments. Shower floors are grody. You don't know what's been on that shower floor. Imagine how shocked I was when I arrived in my apartment and found that a shower curtain wasn't included.
Don't be like me; pick one of these up. And make sure to close it all the way, because there's nothing worse than stumbling into the bathroom at 3 AM only to find your socks soaked by the puddle someone left after showering. These are easy to forget, but a shower curtain isn't much use if you can't hang it up. And no, you shouldn't try to use rubber bands and paper clips for this speaking from personal experience.
For taking care of business. If you live in a dorm with community bathrooms, this will usually be provided. I've never used one, but this model has good reviews.
I'll assume you've probably done your own research if you're getting one. Walking to class with wet hair in January is never fun Like the curling iron, I don't have any experience with this personally nowhere near enough hair , but this model got good reviews. For when you don't feel like clothes but also don't feel like being cold and making everyone uncomfortable. Your university will almost certainly give these away by the fistful, so you probably don't need to buy them. Because no one wants to be that guy coughing uncontrollably during a calculus lecture that you could barely understand on the best of days.
The wall is just a blank canvas Pair with Command strips for best results. Not just for holidays, these lights provide a pleasant ambient alternative to the industrial fluorescents that most dorms have.
Some of the best evidence that aliens have visited Earth, these can attach anything to the wall. One of the great marvels of our time. If you don't want the responsibility of a pet but still enjoy caring for a living thing, plants are the perfect choice.
Just make sure to water them or they'll get sad. They add a touch of home, and they're great for keeping out the literal eye of Sauron that is the streetlight outside your window. Some dorms include curtain rods, but it really depends. How else will you know if you have spinach in your teeth? Note: many dorms come with one of these, so check before buying. The individual items in this category are totally, completely optional.
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External Monitor. Dell XPS Portable Hard Drive. Wireless Gaming Mouse. Mouse Pad. Mechanical Pencils. Desk Lamp. For reading textbooks or serving as backlighting for your next Insta selfie wokeuplikethis. Sticky Notes.
Dry Erase Markers. Only slightly less awesome than the combination Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. Push Pins. Pencil Cup. Power Strip. Pencil Sharpener. Index Cards. I use mine to measure my beard, but they're also handy for drawing straight lines. Paper Clips. So much better than staples. Also a way to get a house, according to some guy's TED talk. File Box. Desk Organizer. Because everyone knows that your pens and pencils are seriously trying to take over your desk.
Extension Cord. Graphing Calculator. For math and stuff Sticky Flags. Scotch Tape It sticks things to things. Wall Calendar While I also use Google Calendar heavily, I find a paper calendar a nice quick reference for seeing what day of the week it is.
When the broom's not enough or if you have carpet , bring out the big guns. Tool Set. Foot Locker. Under Bed Storage. Bed Risers. Computer Chair. Saucer Chair. Duct Tape. Textbooks Textbooks can be expensive - it sucks. Bicycle A great way to get around fast and stay healthy.
Bike Lock. Bike Pump. Skateboard For shredding, carving, or just coasting to class. Sleep Mask. For storing important documents, embarrassing photos, and the One Ring. Backpack Upgrade Pick. Bluetooth Speaker. Quality Headphones. Wenger Synergy Backpack. Electric Kettle. For boiling water to make tea, coffee, and ramen. A game changer. Reusable Water Bottle. Microwave Safe Food Containers.
AeroPress Coffee Maker. Coffee Grinder. Can Opener. Chip Clips. Dinnerware Set. A greater variety of majors will give you more options to explore and discover what interests you. Your career after college is arguably one of the most important things to get out of your experience during college.
If you know what you want your career path to look like, then you can be a step above the rest with a high-quality career services department. Think about your hobbies, passions, and all the things you might want to be involved in on campus. Life happens. Classes will be challenging, roommates will have conflict, and stress may weigh on you.
What kind of support do you benefit from? Does your school offer academic or mental health counseling? Be conscious of what you might need, and look for a school that will be able to keep you healthy, happy, and successful.
However daunting the cost of college may be, it is a huge determining factor of where you can go. Determine what you can really afford.
That alone will narrow your choices down to the schools with attainable costs. Also keep in mind that, because tuition prices are not fixed, colleges can increase their costs at their own free will. Understand how much wiggle room you have to navigate the finances.
Depending on your circumstances, you might not have to bear the financial burden by yourself. Research the different financial aid packages each school offers to help you make a choice. If attending a school closest to home is the most important factor to you, then put that at the top of your list.
If choosing a school from which you can graduate with the least amount of debt is essential, then make it a priority. Continue ranking the factors in order of importance, and soon you will have a solid idea of what you really want and need from a college.
And just like that, your personalized list will act as a valuable guide as you evaluate prospective schools. Your college search process doesn't have to be difficult. Count on it. Published in: College Carol Katarsky is a contributing writer for Nitro. She is an award-winning journalist with extensive experience writing about both finance and education. She lives in Philadelphia with her husband, son, and one cat more than she should.
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