• Read our thorough list of dorm shopping necessities

• Get great deals on cheap dorm stuff

• Find all the cheap dorm essentials you need at Ollie’s

College is such an exciting time in a young adult’s life! Freedom, parties, dating…er, we meant to say buckling down and studying for a career. Either way you want to look at it, whether you’re a college freshman or a senior, you’ll need university supplies to get ready. You can find tons of cheap dorm stuff, decorations, and essentials for great prices at Ollie’s Bargain Outlet. To be totally prepared, we’ve put together a thorough dorm shopping list for you!

Our Dorm Shopping List

Sheets, Pillows, Blankets

To get the best night’s sleep and be ready to soak up knowledge, you’ll need quality sheets, blankets, and pillows that don’t break the budget. We’ve got brand name sheets in styles that will help you sleep more comfortably, like moisture-wicking and cooling, and super soft microfiber to snuggle into after a long day. You’ll also find great deals on bedding items like down-alternative pillows and comforters in sophisticated and chic designs.

Laundry Baskets & Storage

You’ll most likely need to haul your laundry to a facility to wash it. So you’ll definitely want to grab some laundry baskets from Ollie’s with strong handles or wheels to make your laundry trips easier. You’ll also find plenty of storage containers and drawer sets to keep your university supplies organized.

Cheap Dorm Decorations

If you’re leaving home for the first time, it’ll be important to make your dorm feel like a home away from home. This is your chance to add things to your dorm shopping list that will make it personal and feel inviting. Ollie’s has cheap dorm decorations and essentials like throw rugs, lamps, mirrors, clocks, wall art, scented candles, and picture frames so you can hang photos of your loved ones. Sharing a dorm room with another person? You might want to grab a panel room divider so you can have a little more privacy.

Kitchenware

If your dorm room will be equipped with a small kitchen, you’ll need some cookware to help you hone your cooking skills. Complete sets of pots and pans, cooking utensils, cutting boards, and small kitchen electrics should definitely be on your dorm shopping list. Ollie’s has all the cheap dorm cooking stuff you need to make healthy and delicious meals. And don’t forget the coffee pot or latte machine to help you get your day of classes started! 

School Supplies

Let’s not forget about the basics! Notebooks, pens, pencils, highlighters, index cards, tape, binders, folders, a stapler and staples, sticky notes, printer paper, and a backpack are classic school supplies you’ll likely need. But what else should be on your dorm shopping list that will make you feel totally prepared? How about an adjustable laptop stand for your desk? Desk organizers and pencil holders? Or a professional portfolio zipper binder to help you stay organized? Along with school supplies and stationery, Ollie’s also has art supplies for the creatives.

Electronics

Stay charged and fully connected with these dorm shopping list must-haves!

From headphones and LED lights for zoning out to Lightning and USB cables, car and wall chargers, and power banks to keep you powered up, Ollie’s has electronics for students who are totally plugged in.

Mini Trash Can

Yep, you’ll need somewhere to toss old school papers, granola bar wrappers, and negativity. A small size is perfect for bedrooms. Grab some small trash bags, too!

Dry-Erase Board

You’ll have plenty of deadlines, school projects, and tests while in college. A dry-erase board or a cork board with pushpins will help you stay organized and on track. While it’s helpful to keep track of things with a calendar app on your phone or tablet, the dry-erase board will be highly visible all the time—perfect for cheap dorm decoration!

First Aid

Your college will likely have an urgent care for when you’re sick or injured, but a basic first aid kit should be on your dorm shopping list. Aside from basic bandages, it should also include medications like over-the-counter fever reducers, pain relief, allergy meds, and any other health essentials you think will come in handy.

Toiletries

You’re going to school with lots of other young adults just like you! If you want to catch the eye of that special someone to spend a night with or the rest of your life, you’ll need plenty of personal care items on your dorm shopping list—plus a shower caddy to carry it all. Ollie’s can help you stay fresh with great deals on beauty and hair care items. And don’t forget to grab some soft bath towels. 

Rain Gear

Weather happens, and you don’t want to be stuck walking to classes in the rain, getting drenched. Rain gear, like an umbrella, a raincoat, and rain boots, will help you stay comfy and dry when strolling around the campus.

Snacks, Drinks, & Food

Among your university supplies, you may want to pack a box of drinks, snacks, and food that will get you through setting up your dorm room. Snacks are also great to have hanging around when you’re studying or just downright HANGRY. Ollie’s has plenty of delicious snacks, drinks, and quick and easy meals like ramen noodle bowls and granola bars you can take on the go as you’re rushing to class. And don’t forget our amazing deals on coffee, tea, and energy drinks to keep you alert during those late-night study sessions. You won’t be sorry when you add snacks to your dorm shopping list!

You can grab all the university supplies you need on your dorm shopping list for your first year of college at Ollie’s! We’ve got your back with the brand names you love at a fraction of the price found at other stores. Find your local Ollie’s store now and come down to browse our cheap dorm stuff, decorations, and essentials!