Whether you like it or not, the new school year is coming up fast. For college students, it’s important to come prepared to the first day of class ready to tackle any tasks your professor might throw your way.
Stay ahead of the game by checking out our handy back to school supply shopping list. These 20 common (and some not so common) items are sure to help you survive this school year!
- Backpack or Tote Bag
- Planner
- Highlighters
- Index Cards
- Pencils
- Pens
- Headphones
- Laptop
- Laptop Case
- Notebooks
- Folders
- Post-It Notes
- Stapler & Staples
- Calculator
- Extra Phone Charger
- Beverage Tumbler
- Flash Drive
- Portable Hand Sanitizer
- Printing Paper & Ink
- Printer
We know space is limited in college dorms and apartments, and so is your budget. Looking for an alternative to buying a printer? These student apartment communities have on-site study rooms and computer labs with free printing services!
- The Village at Bluegrass in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
- Level 27 in Oxford, Ohio
- 100 Midtown in Atlanta, Georgia
- The Commons on Kinnear in Columbus, Ohio
- The Reserve on West 31st in Lawrence, Kansas
- The Lofts in Morgantown, West Virginia
- The Lodge on the Trail in West Lafayette, Indiana
- Cayce Cove in Cayce, SC
- South Duff in Ames, Iowa
- Hilltop Club in Bowling Green, Kentucky
- The Landing in Greenville, North Carolina
- The Connection in Huntsville, Texas
- The Pavilion on 62nd in Gainesville, Florida
- The Reserve at Athens in Athens, Georgia
- The Commons at Tallahassee in Tallahassee, Florida
Are we forgetting any important back to school supplies for college students? Let us know in the comments below!