This page may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission for any purchases made through these links. Heading off to college as a freshman is simultaneously one of the most exciting ...

I’ve become a bit of a pro at picking out dorm room essentials, which means separating the must-haves from the nice-to-haves from the not-going-to-haves. Especially if I’m paying for it.

This is everything we recommend to gear up your new room. When your dorm room feels like home, it makes a huge difference in helping you settle into college. We evaluated the best bedding ...

Your desk needs to double as a study space and a makeup station, so grab this colorful vanity organizer to keep your holy ...

Space is typically a scarcity in dorm rooms. These bed risers not only create more storage space underneath the bed, but also feature extra electrical outlets and USB ports. These inexpensive ...

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Decide how much you want to spend on your child's entire back-to-school expenses, and allot half for the dorm room. Check in with the college and potential roommates to know what you'll need to ...

Do I Have to Live on Campus? At Saint Louis University, yes. Although there are exceptions, most first- and second-year students live on campus — and that's a good thing. Undergraduates who live on a ...