College Packing List
Prepare for Student Life
We know that figuring out what to bring and how to prepare for student living can be stressful. That’s why we’ve put together a guide for what to expect from your dorm room and what you should bring.
What’s Included in Your Dorm Room
You can come to Jewell knowing all rooms have a bed (with a twin XL mattress), 4–6 drawer dresser, desk, chair, wardrobe or closet space and internet access for each resident. Students supply their own bed linens, including pillows.
In each residence hall, you will find lounge areas with a large TV, a kitchen and/or microwave/refrigerator access, laundry facilities, sports equipment and vending machines for those late-night study sessions. We have staff living in every building. You will find our staff friendly, helpful and willing to assist you.
Packing Tips
We recommend that you write your name on everything and label your boxes with your room number. Students and staff will help move your belongings into your dorm room. Labels help us better keep track of your belongings during the move-in process.
For starters, you should get ready to bring:
- Twin extra-long sheets and mattress cover
- Pillows and blankets
- Lamp and lightbulbs
- Storage tubs or stackable crates
- Room décor
- Utensils
- Shower caddy
- Medication
- Laundry basket and detergent
- Computer/laptop
- Office supplies
What to Leave at Home
For planning purposes, please know these items are not allowed in residence halls:
- Appliances with exposed heating elements such as toaster ovens, toasters (all kinds), hot plates, griddles, coffee makers with heating elements, etc.
- Candles, incense or anything with an open flame
- Weapons such as guns or knives with blades longer than 3 inches
- Cigarettes, cigars, pipes, e-cigarettes, etc. We are a tobacco-free campus
- Lamps with exposed bulbs that are hot to the touch
Not sure if you can bring something? Just email the Residence Life Staff and we will let you know. For more detailed information on what to bring:
Have Questions Before You Arrive?
We’re happy to help! Reach out to the Office of Student Life with an email.