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UC Irvine Move-in Checklist
A comprehensive checklist to track everything you need to bring or buy.
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This residence hall packing list was pulled directly from UC Irvine Housing page (items marked in
bold, italicized
text), along with addition items from other top online lists.
Feel free to customize it.
Scroll down to see items you should leave at home.
Items highlighted in green have been purchased or picked up, and ready to be packed.
While the list already includes many eco-friendly items, additional items in
green text
have been added as sustainable alternatives.
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Bedding
Pillows
π Have it
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Pillow cases
π Have it
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Comforter, blanket, duvet
$ Buy it
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Extra long twin sheets: 80" long and 38" wide (click βiβ for more)
$ Buy it
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Mattress pad
ππΌ Borrow it
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Mattress protector
π Have it
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Personal Care
Towels
π Have it
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Washcloths
π Have it
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Bathrobe or something to wear to the community bathroom (click βiβ for more details)
π Have it
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Shower shoes
π Have it
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Shower caddy
π Have it
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Toiletries
π Have it
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Hairdryer and other styling tools
π Have it
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Fan
π Have it
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Biodegradable soap
π Have it
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Organic shampoo & conditioner
π Have it
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Organic or bamboo towels
π Have it
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Bath mat
π Have it
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Soap, shampoo
π Have it
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Eye masks, ear plugs, and white noise machines (to help with sleeping)
π Have it
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Cleaning / Laundry
Laundry detergent
π Have it
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Coat hangers
π Have it
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Laundry supplies, iron, laundry bag or basket
π Have it
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Disinfecting Wipes/dusting supplies (click βiβ for more details)
π Have it
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Trash bags
π Have it
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Biodegradable laundry detergent
π Have it
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Biodegradable all-purpose cleaner
π Have it
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Recycled content paper towels
π Have it
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Foldable drying rack
π Have it
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Cleaning supplies/vacuum and broom (*Only relevant to Arroyo Vista)
π Have it
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Iron (automatic shut-off required)
π Have it
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Kitchen / Appliances
Kitchenware (Pots, pan, dishes, utensils, etc.)
π Have it
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Reusable food-storage containers
π Have it
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Reusable beverage container for use at residence hall bottle filling stations
π Have it
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Micro-fridge compact combination (click βiβ for more details)
π Have it
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Compostable waste collection bin; any container with a lid will work
π Have it
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Electrical cooking appliances (toasters, coffee pots, rice cookers, etc). Permitted only in kitchen areas, not in student rooms.
π Have it
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Tech
Computer (click βiβ for details)
π Have it
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Telephones (most student use their cell phones)
π Have it
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Headphones/ear buds with a microphone for video conferencing/calls
π Have it
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Charging cords, cables, and adapters
π Have it
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Television (rooms are equipped with cable hookups)
π Have it
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Alarm clock (click βiβ for details)
π Have it
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Surge protector
π Have it
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Cable clips / organizers
π Have it
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Computer cable lock to secure computer to your desk
π Have it
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Portable charger for phone
π Have it
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Portable bluetooth speaker
π Have it
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Flashlight
π Have it
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Extra batteries for electronics
π Have it
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Non-wireless printer for convenience (Click βiβ for more details)
π Have it
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External keyboard and mouse, if you use a laptop (click βiβ for more)
π Have it
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Computer needs, such as a flash drive, mousepad, and small screwdriver
π Have it
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Printer and extra ink cartridges (Energy Star rated is preferred)
π Have it
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Calculator
π Have it
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Seasonal
Umbrella
π Have it
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Clothes for all climate types, including rain gear
π Have it
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Sport gear
(see βiβ for more details)
π Have it
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Warm coat or parka
π Have it
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Waterproof shoes or boots
π Have it
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Other
General school supplies (click βiβ for more)
π Have it
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Bank Card/Credit Card
π Have it
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Study/desk Lamp (If you bring a halogen lamp, it must be UL approved and have a safety shield over the bulb.)
π Have it
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Items to decorate your room, such as pictures, posters and plants
(see 'iβ for more details)
π Have it
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Board games, books, or other entertainment
π Have it
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Sports equipment: rollerblades, basketball, tennis racquet, snowboard, etc. (Check school for policies)
π Have it
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Bicycle and U-Lock (click βiβ for more ideas)
π Have it
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Reusable shopping bags
π Have it
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Recycled-content notebooks
π Have it
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Mirror
π Have it
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Storage cart/bins
π Have it
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Wall-safe adhesives
π Have it
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Door stop
π Have it
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Dry erase board
π Have it
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Desk or paper organizers
π Have it
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Lap desk for laptop or tablet
π Have it
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Step stool
π Have it
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Odor eliminator
π Have it
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Under-bed storage
π Have it
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Reusable shopping bag(s)
π Have it
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Sewing kit
π Have it
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Health insurance card and other forms of identification (e.g., driver's license)
π Have it
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Names, addresses and phone numbers of your bank and credit card companies
π Have it
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Emergency supplies for disaster preparedness (see βiβ for more a list of recommended items)
π Have it
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Folding chair for use at outdoor (physically-distanced) gatherings
π Have it
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Health / Wellness - Covid Prevention
Hand sanitizer
π Have it
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Face-coverings may be required in certain areas, if recommended by public health authorities. Bring an adequate supply!
π Have it
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Disinfectant cleaning supplies
π Have it
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Thermometer for temperature monitoring
π Have it
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Quarantine "Go Bag" containing essentials for temporary relocation in the event of a positive Covid test
π Have it
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Items that students typically leave at home:
β Provided Items
Extra Large sized (XL) bed
Cable hookups for televisions
Microwaves and refrigerators are available in the hall kitchens.
π What not to bring
Weapons of any type
Drugs/drug paraphernalia/non-prescription drugs
Alcohol (for students under 21 years of age)
Open heating elements or flames (candles, incense, butane burners, etc.)
Electric vehicles (electric skateboards, scooters, hoverboards, etc.)
Vaping Materials
Tobacco products (University of California is a Tobacco Free and Smoke Free campus)
Heaters, sun lamps
Pets (except fish, see Housing policy for details)
Drones
Personal routers. Undergraduate housing communities are equipped with wireless internet service.
Dry erase boards or cork boards (not allowed on interior or exterior doors)
Microwaves - The only microwaves allowed in student rooms are those included in the "micro-fridge" compact combination (refrigerator/freezer/microwave) units. These units may be rented or purchased through a UCI endorsed company, Collegiate Concepts, Inc. Information packets will be sent to residents by College Concepts Inc. in late August. You may also visit
for more information and to order a micro-fridge. To ensure delivery prior to moving in we encourage you to sign up by mid-September. Orders may also be made up to and during move-in weekend. If both or all roommates order a micro-fridge, additional contracts will be canceled and the students will be notified.
Please note:
Microwaves and refrigerators are available in the hall kitchens. Refrigerators in individual rooms are permitted if they are UL-approved and not larger than 4.3 cubic feet. Electrical cooking appliances are permitted only in kitchen areas. Information regarding renting a "Micro-Fridge" (combination microwave, refrigerator and freezer) for your room can be found at
.
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