So I'm sure many of you freshman and even some sophomores are struggling with making a list of what you may need and also trying to cross some things off that you probably won't need. Here are some things that were life savers for me my freshman year.

What you need:

1. Brita Mini Plus Water Filtration Pitcher

If you do not like the taste of other towns water, like me I highly recommend picking up one of these. This will keep you from having to purchase water bottles day after day. They are easy to store in a mini fridge and will save you a ton of money in the long run. I went from living in a dorm to an apartment and I still continue to use this everyday. One of these can be picked up from Target for around $20.

2. A plastic shower caddy

This is mainly for those of you that are living in the dorms. These provide an easy way to carry everything you need to and from the shower with less hassle.

3. A bath wrap

These are great for anyone and especially for those of you in college. They dry super fast and are not near as bulky as a normal robe, but will get you from the shower back to your dorm room without having to get fully dressed. These can be picked up from Kohls, Target, or Bed Bath and Beyond for under $15.00

4. 3M Command Damage-Free Hanging Bath Hooks

These are super great for dorm rooms, whether to hang your backpack on, or wet towels after you get done showering.

5. Extension cords and additional outlets

I cannot express the importance of these enough. Dorm rooms and most apartment do not have plug-ins everywhere like you are probably used to at home. I recommend bringing at least 3 extension cords and 3 additional outlets with surge protectors if the facility requires it.

6. A memory foam mattress pad and bed bug protector

99% of dorm room beds are SUPER uncomfortable, and you are going to want a good nights sleep whenever you get the chance. So invest in a nice mattress pad for your dorm, another thing I would invest in is a bed bug protector because its better to be safe than sorry. These can be a little pricey, but definitely worth the costs!

These are my top things I would get, a few other side items I recommend are:

- Silverware (One knife, one fork, one spoon)

- Cups and plates

- Water Bottle

- Snacks

- Can/bottle opener

- Tissues

- Small trash can

- Medicine

- Vitamins

- Mini Fridge

- A planner

Make this semester great!