Are you a college freshman headed to campus this fall? The most important thing to know is to not feel overwhelmed. While there is a lot to take care of, it will all come together in time to move to the dorms if you prepare during the summer.
Here we’ve compiled a list of things you won’t want to overlook:
- Get your computer in order – make sure it has the right software, meets campus IT guidelines, and has been cleaned-up, backed-up and upgraded if necessary.
- Meet your roommate – meet in person if possible, or find them on Facebook, shoot an email or go old school and call them.
- Go shopping – shop discount stores for dorm room essentials.
- Secure your class schedule – whether you go to campus or do it online, don’t procrastinate with this one or you’ll be shuffling to class at 8 a.m.
- Plan your finances – get your budget in order for tuition, meals, car insurance and other necessities. Determine if you’ll need a job or not.
- Say goodbyes – make plenty of time for friends and family.
Read on to get more advice for how a college freshman should prepare to move to campus.
posted on August 15th, 2009
by Brandi, Senior Editor
Tags: College Prep, dorm room, dorms, freshman year
Posted in College Prep | 2 Comments »
September 18th, 2010 at 1:01 am
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September 1st, 2009 at 3:53 pm
I also had a move-in recently, but instead of hand truck I used this product called the Strap-a-handle – a cool carrying strap with a handle. It was perfect for boxes of shoes and clothes, and I easily got up and down stairs and hallways. Highly recommended, esp. for walkups!