UCLA move in day can be extremely stressful during the start of the school year. We understand that feeling and that is why we have compiled a list on what to bring and not to bring during move in day. Here is the complete UCLA packing list!
Room basics that you need to bring to UCLA during move in day
- Towels
- Pillows and pillowcases
- Linens to fit an extra long twin bed (36″ x 80″)
- Non-halogen desk lamp
- Clothes
- Shoes
- Toiletries
- Stereo
- Television
- Clock
- Alarm clock
- Fan
- Computer
- Printer
- Power strip/surge protector
- Mini-vacuum
- Sleeping bag if you want
- Wall mirror
- Trashcan
Room decorations that you could bring to UCLA during move in day
- String lights
- Posters
- Wall Art
- Pictures
- Picture frames
- Photo clips
- Jewelry organizer
- Decorative baskets
School Supplies that you need to bring during UCLA move in day
- Textbooks
- iClicker (Check if you need for your classes)
- Calculator (Make sure to check which one you need)
- Laptop
- Backpack
- Pen and Pencils
- Binders
- Papers
- Tote bag
- Calendar
- Folders organizer
- Sticky Notes
- Pencil Case
- Pencil Sharpener
- Erasers
- Highlighters
- Lunchbox
- Ruler
- Scissors
- External hard drive or USB or SD Card
- Wireless mouse
- Chargers (Phone, table, laptop)
- Extension cords
- Staplers
- White out
Bathroom and shower essentials to bring during UCLA move in day
- Toilet paper
- Body wash
- Shampoo
- Lotion
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Bathroom rug
- Shower shoes
- Shower cap
- Towels
- Hand towels
Important documents to bring during UCLA move in day
- ID (Driver license, passport, student ID)
- Bank documents
- Credit card and debit card
- Checks
- Health Cards
What not to bring during UCLA move in day (IMPORTANT)
- halogen lamps
- coffee makers
- hot water dispensers
- toasters
- toaster ovens
- freestanding microwaves*
- an appliance with open coils
- candles
- gas stoves
- barbecues
- any flammable materials
- electric space heaters
- waterbeds
- materials to make lofted beds
- dartboards
* Due to limited electrical capacity a separate microwave is not allowed. Residents may want to rent a MicroFridge which is a combination microwave and refrigerator unit.
