Elevate My DormBucknell University Dorm Packing List
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Everything worth bringing to your Bucknell University dorm — organized by category, checkable, and printable. Before you pack, check your exact room size and lay the room out free so everything you buy actually fits.
Before you buy anything: what is actually true at Bucknell University
A generic college checklist will cost you money here. These are Bucknell University’s own published room measurements and rules — check them before you order.
Room size and rugs
Rooms measure about 160 sq ft (First-year Housing). At the small end a 6×9 rug is the largest that leaves walking room — measure before ordering anything bigger.
Bed and bedding
Twin XL — Bucknell’s what-to-bring page directs students to bring twin-size extra-long sheets. No hall is published as using a different size, though individual hall pages could not be verified. One genuine oddity: Bucknell promotes a mattress topper rental through Eepy that increases the bed’s widt Do not buy Twin XL sheets here.
Fridge and microwave
Bring your own or rent through Campus Specialties — Bucknell does not provide them for first-year and sophomore singles and doubles, and students must coordinate with roommates. Caps: mini-fridge 4.5 cubic feet or less, microwave 750 watts or less. Note that 750 watts is low by dorm-microwave standa Anything over 4.5 cu ft will be sent home.
Already in your room
Do not pack duplicates of these: Rate levels “vary based on amenities like air conditioning and apartment-style features,” which means not all rooms have air conditioning — the AC rooms simply cost more. Bucknell explicitly does not provide microwaves or mini-fridges for single and double rooms assigned to first
Leave these at home
Air conditioners; candles, even if used only for decoration; incense; halogen lamps; space heaters; microwaves over 750 watts; blenders; two-prong extension cords; and other personal cooking appliances including toasters and toaster ovens, George Foreman grills, hot plates, hot p
Room measurements and policies published by Bucknell University, compiled August 2026. Always confirm with the housing office before buying.
Bedding
Bath
Desk & Study
Storage & Organization
Laundry
Tech & Power
Snacks & Kitchen
Health & Essentials
Decor & Comfort
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