What to Bring

Linens
You should bring pillows, blankets, a mattress cover and linens for an extra-long twin bed, towels and washcloths. Extra-long linens are available in most bath and bedroom supply stores, and you can also buy them online at the Princeton Student Agencies or the Princeton University Store websites. In both cases, you can order them in advance and pick them up when you arrive on campus in the Fall.
Mattress cover
Laundry basket or bag
Laundry detergent
Bathrobe
Hairdryer
Toiletries
Shower caddy
Shower shoes
Towels and washcloths
Power strip with built-in breaker
Camera
School supplies
Desk lamp (no halogen lamps)
Alarm clock
Bicycle
Backpack
Electric fan and/or HEPA Filter
Cleaning supplies (broom, dustpan, window cleaner, all-purpose cleaner)
The University cleans the public spaces in all dorms, including the hallways, common rooms, and common bathrooms, but you are responsible for cleaning your room and your private bathroom if you live in a suite. Having cleaning supplies on hand—a dust mop, glass cleaner, general purpose cleaner, and paper towels—will help you keep up with it. Building Services provides cleaning supplies for suites.

What Not to Bring

Candles
Flammable fluids
Fireworks
Air conditioner
Ceiling fan
Waterbeds
Halogen lamps
Pets
Heat-producing appliances (except those on authorized appliance list above), including grills, hot pots, toasters, toaster ovens, microwaves, space heaters, large refrigerators, and non-breaker electrical adapters.