45 Dorm Room Essentials Every College Students Needs

A dorm room essential, this handy floating shelf clips directly to the bed frame. The 17" by 11.6" shelf holds up to 35 pounds, from your laptop to textbooks to snacks and chargers. There's even a deep cup holder for an emotional support water bottle.

This cozy Bedsure blanket won a GH Bedding Award this year. Our Textile analysts rave that it's easy to launder, doesn't shed and is incredibly soft. The stylish throw blanket, defined by its trendy ribbed design, is available in 25+ shades with a variety of size options.

This versatile rolling bin can be used as a laundry basket or an organizer — your call. Lock the wheels to keep the bin in place, while storing towels and detergent in the two side pockets when ready to use. The basket is even foldable, making it convenient to store.

Featuring eight AC outlets and three USB ports — all attached to a 5-foot or 10-foot cord — this surge protector will allow you to charge all of your devices simultaneously — whether you're laying on the bed or working at your desk.

A mirror is a must-have for your room. This over-the-door pick, which comes with two adjustable hooks for hanging, is available in multiple sizes. It's even shatterproof!

A soft, shaggy feel with non-shedding fur is what makes this rug such a cozy addition to a dorm room. It has a non-slip bottom to stay in place and a range of colors and sizes to choose from, depending on the room's space.

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Dorm rooms tend to lack storage space, but a rolling cart — complete with locking wheels — offers a compact storage solution. Use this three-tier cart to store school supplies, snacks, toiletries or even a mini coffee station. It's available in four colors: black, white, pink and green.

You'll easily be able to organize bathroom essentials — lotion, shampoo, conditioner, cosmetics, toothbrushes — with this portable caddy. Use Command hooks to hook it to the wall for easy access. Plus, there's a transparent pocket to store your phone. It's thin enough to tap and play music or shower without getting your smartphone wet.

This plush backrest pillow, available in two sizes, makes it possible to do homework in bed. The corduroy cover can be removed and machine washed, and there's a side pocket ideal for your phone. Depending on your dorm room design, you can choose from sage green, pale pink, off white, light gray and dark gray.

There's no substitute for a good night's sleep and this mattress topper can help. The Good Housekeeping Institute describes it as having a "subtle layer that's more affordable and discreet than other toppers." It's soft and comfortable, along with being filled with polyester microfiber to keep it evenly spread out.

Not only does this rotating organizer look chic on your desk, but the five spacious compartments will store all of your school supplies. Available in 10-plus colors, this stylish organizer rotates 360 degrees to ensure easy access as you work.

This pack comes with hanging strips, wire hooks and utility hooks to make decorating blank walls a breeze. Use the strips to hang photos and grab the hooks to display smaller (and lighter!) items like keys, belts or hats.

Get yourself a pan that'll cook and sauté food without a stove anytime and anywhere! The pan has a non-stick coating to make fried rice, eggs, chicken, steak, noodles and more. Even better, it has over-heating protection and boil-dry protection for safety.

Featuring a mouse pad, phone slot and dual-bolster cushion, this lap desk will make working on the bed, couch or chair a comfortable experience. What's more, the desk comes in various colors, such as marble, silver carbon, espresso, oakwood and blush pink.

Forget bottled water — keep cool, fresh H2O on hand in this pitcher that's equipped with a filter. Our testers found it easy to fill and pour from, and they appreciated the slim design of this 7-cup pitcher (ideal for small dorm fridges).

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When you're working into the wee hours, a good desk lamp will save your eyesight. This lamp has touch-activated controls with three levels of brightness to help prevent eye strain, along with a sleek wireless charging pad for wireless charging-compatible devices. All these features and more have earned it the Good Housekeeping Seal.

Here's a three-piece sheet set that's breathable and cooling. You'll get a pillowcase, a flat sheet and a fitted sheet. Choose from a selection of sizes (Twin, XL, Full, Queen) and a range of colors like lavender, baby blue, brown and yellow.

This wrinkle remover is a best seller for a reason! It's detachable, has a leak-proof design and comes with three additional attachments: a lint brush, a soft brush and a creaser — all under $40.

A small vacuum is a must for keeping your dorm clean throughout the school year. This Bissell model is cordless and fits in all of a room's small nooks and crannies. GH testers appreciated the washable filter and were impressed by the unit's suction, despite its compact size.

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Purchase these battery-operated string lights, with 50 clips attached, to display college and family photos. There are eight lighting modes, including flash and waves, that can easily be controlled with the remote.