If there is one thing I have learned in my three years of living in a dorm room, it is how to stay organized and create more space. If you're an incoming freshmen, just know that packing for college is hard, it's stressful, and it is definitely something you need to plan for.

You're probably most concerned about what to bring and what not to bring. Well, there is good news: your college will provide a list of do's and don'ts, in terms of what to bring, when you are moving into your dorms. If they don't, you should probably reevaluate what school you're going to.

When I was a freshmen, I knew that being over prepared is better than being underprepared, even if it seems like too much. I promise you you'll be thankful you don't have to make a late night trip to Walmart for some washcloths or towels.

The art of packing for college can be easy to master, but that is only if you are an organization freak like me. The art of organization is also easily accomplishable. I provided 10 tips on how to pack, organize, create more space, and ways to save money to reside in your college dorms. Note: I trust that you know to bring school utensils (binders, pencils, paper etc) because you are in fact attending school, not just living on it. Not only are these packing tips, but tips to help anyone become more organized in their dorms.

*I live in Colorado so some things may not apply due to the fact each season is experienced here.

1. Closet

I didn't do this freshman year and I wish I did because it would have saved me so much more space and less hassle when moving to and from school: buy storage boxes, for your clothes, and organize each box accordingly to match the seasons. This way, you can leave your winter clothes home and then when fall comes around the corner, you can visit your family and exchange your summer clothes storage for your fall/winter clothes storage box.

I would like to say shoes go along perfectly with tip number one. There is no reason to crowd your room with snow boots in the middle of August when summer is still very apparent.

Multi-tiered hangers-- this space saver is great because that means more drawer room. Hanging a few jeans and or leggings on this won't even deny you your closet space either!

When packing your clothes. hang your clothes on a clothes hanger. tie a rubber band around the neck of the hangers, then place your clothes into a trash bag with the neck sticking out of the bag for easy access when lugging your clothes to your room. This is a great tip because you are ready to hang your clothes without having the hassle to unfold, hang... unfold, hang.

You will need at least a suitcase and a back pack or two, for traveling back home for break. Utilize your items and pack the rest of your clothes, undergarments or whatever else you can think of in these. That way you don't have to stress about having a bunch of boxes when moving into your dorm room.

2. Bathroom/Laundry/Kitchen

Shower Caddy: A little goes a long way. Buy a shampoo and conditioner with a pump instead of the kind you squeeze out. All year, I never had to buy hair products because you conserve a lot more when you can control the amount of shampoo and conditioner you are putting in your hair versus squeezing out a bunch. Talk about saving money.

Have you ever heard of buying in bulk? Costco? Well let me just say, they are a college student's best friend. Many times, I have had friends struggle to make a bottle of detergent and dryer sheets last at least a month. This is where buying in bulk comes in. Get yourself a container of 300 detergent pods and a 2-pack box of 250 dryer sheets. This is another thing I never had to purchase throughout the year. Plus, like everything else I have mentioned, this will create more space for things you need instead of having a bunch of laundry things to lug around.

Its half spoon, its half fork, you guessed it folks, It is a SPORK! No need to have a bunch of silverware because, I promise you, you won't be hosting Thanksgiving in your dorms. Buy plastic bowls, plates and cups because they won't break, and dropping them is bound to happen at some point.

3. Cleaning

Didn't think you would have chores when moving out of mom and pop's? Wrong. Get used to it, wherever you live, cleaning is important. Depending on the type of dorm you live in (suite, traditional style, or apartment), your supplies will differ. Clearly, you don't need bathroom cleaning supplies if you have community bathrooms. If you do find that you need supplies please shop at your local Dollar Store. One dollar brooms, one dollar glass cleaner etc. The Dollar Store is a college student's second best friend in every aspect.

4. Electronics

This is something you will have to determine with the rules your school provides you. Also, in terms of where you are living (suite, traditional style, or apartment). When I lived in a suite, I didn't need to bring a TV because my suitemates and I had one provided for us in our lounge. I recommend having a storage box for electronics as well so you don't have to worry about cords laying around ever. Plus it eliminates anything that is an eyesore.

So there you have it! I hope these tips and tricks help make moving into the dorms a little bit easier and a little less stressful. Make your space your space without having a cluttered, unorganized area. Most of these tips are cost effective and truly do suit a college student's budget!