Best College Dorm Organization Items to Maximize your Room Space
Moving into a dorm room is an exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming. With limited space and a ton of stuff to bring, finding the essentials and keeping things organized can be a challenge. Fear not, College Students! We’ve created the ultimate guide to introduce you to the essential college dorm organization items that will transform your tiny room into a haven of efficiency and style.
From under-bed storage solutions and closet organizers to space-saving desk organizers. Let’s take a look at the must-have items you’ll need to create a comfortable and clutter-free environment where you can thrive and have a productive school year and maximize your space! Let’s break it down into categories:
Storage Totes
These Foldable Storage Totes are perfect storage for Clothes, blankets, extra sheet sets and towels. They have lids, handles and a see-through window in the front. Great for closet or under bed storage. These come in different colors and lots of quantities depending on your storage needs.
Hanging Closet Organizers
Hanging Closet Organizers come in lots of different sizes, colors and configurations. Here are a few choices to get you started on your search for the perfect closet organizers for your individual storage needs.
Underbed Storage
There are many underbed storage solutions designed to fit beneath your Twin XL bed. Check out a few of the storage space-saving options below to help you keep your dorm room feeling organized and clutter-free.
Charging Nightstand
There are so many fantastic charging nightstand options out there! We definitely recommend a night stand with usb and electric outlets for an alarm clock and a place to charge you phone or tablet. Most are available in different colors and heights depending on if your bed is lofted or not.
Charging Floor Lamp Stand
Another great bedside option is a charging floor lamp stand. This one comes in lots of different colors/woodgrains and has a small drawer. Also, includes 2 charging USB ports and 2 power outlets for your cell phone, tablet and alarm clock.
Bedside Hanging Organizer
We consider a bedside hanging organizer a storage essential! They come in lots of different configurations and colors and will hold many items like laptops, phones, tablets, books and water bottles. Storage is at a premium in a dorm room and this is just one more place to put your stuff!
Desk Organizer
A desk organizer is a great way to keep all of your school supplies in one place on your desk. There are a ton of different colors and configurations to organize everything from notebooks, pens/pencils, calculator, paper, markers, etc.
Laptop Backpack
The most basic college essential is a great laptop backpack! There are many great options out there in different colors and configurations, but make sure you pick one that will hold the specific size laptop you own but will also hold all the other items you plan to carry to classes. A built-in USB charging port is a great feature to have, as well.
Bathroom Counter Organizer
A Bathroom Counter Organizer is a dorm essential as most dorm bathrooms may not have drawers. It can be used as a toothbrush holder and can hold items such as toothpaste, razors, electric toothbrush, small lotion bottles, perfume or makeup.
Makeup Organizer
Check out this rotating vanity Countertop Makeup Organizer that has 8 Adjustable Layers for storage and display of skincare products, perfume and other cosmetic related items.
Rolling Cart
A Multi-tier Plastic Rolling Utility Cart has tons of Storage and Organizing possibilities for your dorm room. These come in different tier heights, different widths and several colors to match your decor and fit in your dorm space. Another great option HERE.
Storage Ottoman
A Storage Ottoman (or 2) is a great idea for small storage especially if you have a futon. There are many different sizes, shapes and colors so you can search HERE.
A few miscellaneous college dorm organization items below to check out that may help some students.
Wheeled Storage Trunk
A wheeled storage trunk is a practical but stylish way to store extra items in you dorm room. This one is decorative with wheels to move around your room easily. These come in many colors and styles from DormCo.
Portable Safe Box
A Portable Safe Box is a great security idea for a dorm room for your valuables. This one is 5.5″D x 9.4″W x 2.4″H and uses a Combination Lock. Comes in 6 different colors. This one is great if you have a few larger items to keep safe like cash, a phone or expensive jewelry.
Blue Moving Bags
An absolute dorm move-in essential are the blue moving bags. They make it easy to carry many items from the car to your room. The backpack straps make traveling from the car and up or down stairs SOOO much easier. Comes in various quantities depending on how much stuff you’re moving. Many students even use them when they come home each time for holidays to carry stuff together. Be sure to label them with your name and room #.
Moving Cart
A Collapsible Wagon or Cart is a great idea to save time and your back.
This one has side handles to make it easier to carry up stairs with a helper and is available in a number of different colors. Holds 220lbs 
and comes in a few different colors and a couple side pockets for water for moving in the heat! 
With these college dorm organization ideas, you can create a dorm room that feels polished and put-together. This will not only reduce stress, but also help you focus on what matters most which is killing it in your classes and having an unforgettable college experience! – If you are looking for a more extensive list of dorm room items consider visiting our Dorm Room Essentials post.
