10 Tips for a Stress-Free College Move-In Day

🎒 10 Tips for a Stress-Free College Move-In Day

1. Pack the car the night before
   Save time and avoid the heat by loading everything up ahead of time—Tetris-style!

2. Unbox all packages before packing
   Open anything you’ve ordered to your house (like Amazon or boutique deliveries!) so you’re not dealing with extra cardboard in your dorm.

3. Label outfits by recruitment round
   Whether it’s Sisterhood, Philanthropy, or Pref—organizing by day will make your first week 100x easier.

4. Use storage bins, not boxes
   They’re reusable and fit great under dorm beds or in closet shelves.

5. Eat a big breakfast + hydrate
   You’ll be moving nonstop—fuel up and keep a water bottle close!

6. Bring snacks for the day
   Granola bars, fruit snacks, and electrolyte packets are game changers mid-move.

7. Spend intentional time with family before move-in
   It’s an emotional day. Set aside time for breakfast or a last-minute coffee run with your people.

8. Have your room layout in mind
   Talk with your roomie about setup before you arrive so you’re not rearranging everything mid-move.

9. Create a "first-night bag"
   Pack PJs, toiletries, a clean outfit, and charger in one easy-to-grab bag.

10. Start a countdown with your roomie
    Send TikToks, pack together on FaceTime, or even swap little gifts to build the hype!

🧳 College Packing List Slide

Clothing Essentials:

• Everyday tops + bottoms

• Recruitment outfits (labeled by round!)

• Game day looks

• Loungewear + pajamas

• A few cute dresses

• Undergarments + socks

• Jacket/sweater

Dorm Must-Haves:

• Twin XL sheets + comforter

• Mattress topper

• Towels + shower caddy

• Hangers + storage bins

• Fan or sound machine

• Laundry hamper + detergent

Extras:

• Makeup + skincare

• Power strips

• Full-length mirror

• Command hooks

• Reusable water bottle

• First aid kit

👟 Top 5 Shoes to Bring to College (Must-Haves!)

1. Neutral Sneaker – Comfy + goes with everything (hello, Back 70!)

2. Slide Sandal – Easy for dorm showers, move-in, or quick runs outside Birkenstocks!

3. Platform Sneaker or Fashion Sneaker – Dress up casual looks (Oncept or Steve Madden!)

4. Comfy Slippers – Dorm floors are no joke shop UGGS 

5. Western Boot or Game day Shoe – A must for any SEC or Big 12 school vibes