This is a list of things you may want to bring to campus. If you have a roommate, be sure to coordinate to prevent overcrowding your room.
Living & Sleeping
- Alarm clock
- Backrest/floor cushions
- Blanket/comforter/duvet
- Carpet/area rug/bath rug
- Desk/floor lamps (not halogen)
- Extension cord (size 16 or less, UL certified)
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Extra-long twin sheets
(The standard mattress size is 36 x 80, and takes “Extra-Long Twin” or “Twin XL” linens) - Face coverings
- Fan
- Games/playing cards
- Mattress pad
- Pictures/picture frames (use adhesive option such as Command Strips, no wall mounting)
- Pillows/pillowcases
- Power strip (must have integrated circuit breaker)/surge protectors
- String lights (may not be hung from pipes)
- Non-Mercury thermometer
- U-Style Bike Lock
Storing & Organizing
- Batteries
- Command-brand hooks
- Desk organizers
- Hangers/closet organizers
- Storage units
- Over-the-door racks
Laundry
- Detergent
- Iron (with auto shut-off)/ironing board
- Laundry bag/hamper
- Safety pins/sewing kit
Eating
- Can opener/bottle opener
- Coffee mugs/cups
- Dish soap
- Dish cloth and towel
- Flatware/utensils
- Mini microwave (<800 Watts). Mini microwaves (as part of a microwave-fridge combination) are also available to rent from College Products.
- Plates/bowls/containers
- Refrigerator (<5.5 cubic feet and 1.5 amps). You can also rent a refrigerator from College Products.
- Salt and pepper shakers
- Reusable water bottles
What to leave at home
For more details, see Regulated and Prohibited Items in Michigan Housing on the Michigan Housing Policies webpage.
Updated 5-6-2026