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list of items to collect for kids off to college

July 16, 2008 By 6 Comments

If you have a student who is soon to be leaving home, bound for a college campus, I don’t have to tell you that there are quite a few things that you should be collecting now so you are prepared when it is time to begin packing. A little here and a little there will help prevent the last minute rush to satisfy the comfort level of your Freshman-to-be.

packing items for college

  1. Bedding for an extra long twin (sheets, mattress pad, bedspread)
  2. Lamp (for late night study sessions)
  3. Alarm clock (to make it to class on time)
  4. Computer (an absolute must for today’s college students)
  5. Address book (with all important numbers and addresses included)
  6. Student Planner (to keep track of class times, study sessions, homework, and final exams)
  7. Dishes/Utensils (a few plates, bowls, cups, and pieces of silverware are necessary)
  8. Laundry basket (don’t forget some detergent and a roll of quarters)
  9. School supplies (paper, pencils, folders, binders, highlighters, tape, stapler)
  10. Money (start saving now for a little “nest egg” to start out the semester)

Members to ListPlanIt.com can access the 3-page “Off to College Checklist” in the Student Planning category for a more detailed version.

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  • gina

    money doesn’t grow on mom and dad- lol.

    I would say to that # and address lists the numbers of local emergency services and counselors. The directions to the local ER and oter safety stuff.

  • thatissocute

    Don't forget to teach them how to handle issues & money: credit cards, checking accounts, etc. Hopefully, they've learned that money doesn't grow on mom & dad!

  • Samantha

    I’d like to see how this list will change in 16 years when it’s time for my son to go to college. I bet there will be more technology stuff.

    Also, to Amanda, what did people use duct tape for? Or do I want to know. :)

  • Amanda

    Another suggestion for you: duct tape. It was the one thing I didn’t bring that I wished I had. And once I got some, my entire floor wanted to borrow the roll.

  • carol

    Excellent list. One suggestion: have them put the addresses and phone numbers on the computer or on their cell phones. They will miss place the address book for sure.

  • Audrey

    Where were you when my daughter got ready for college? Who knew all the thing she’d need. What a great list.