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Living in a dorm room can be a big adjustment. Space and privacy are two luxuries you will have to live without when you head off to college. Thankfully, there are tons of items that make dorm life a million times better and easier. Of course Amazon has everything you could possibly need, and nothing is better than having all the dorm room necessities show up at your door in two days.

This list will show you all of the must-haves from storage solutions to bedding to miscellaneous items you may not have even thought of. These are the items I couldn't live without while living in a dorm or regretted not buying before move in. As a college senior myself, I know this list will steer you in the right direction and set you up for a great first year living in a college dorm. If you're the parent of a college student, consider this your "to buy" list before move-in day.

This isn't just an ottoman. It's a step stool and a great hiding spot, and when you're not using it it folds for easy storage.

In a dorm room, storage space is a luxury. With these adjustable risers you can utilize the space under your bed for storage or even create a sitting area.

If you want a good night's sleep on a dorm bed, you need a mattress topper. This one is available in twin XL and might just make you mistake your dorm bed for a cloud.

If your dorm has community showers, you're going to need a shower caddy. This one dries quickly and will fit all of your shower essentials.

This adhesive works great for hanging posters and decorations and won't damage your walls. If your dorm has cinderblock walls, this will work much better than Command Strips.

A traditional Brita pitcher won't fit in your mini fridge. With this water bottle you can have clean water in your dorm without walking to the water fountain.

Dorm closets are WAY too small, and this space-saving essential can help. With these clever hangers you can hang about 4x more clothes.

This handy bag is perfect for laundry day or to take to the gym. The mesh liner extends the size of the bag so you can easily transport your clothes to the washing machine. Smaller loads can be washed and dried right inside the bag.

Two outlets for two people just isn't going to cut it. That's why you need a power strip so you can charge all of your electronics at once from anywhere in your dorm room.

Keep all your essentials safe and in reach with this bed side caddy.

This versatile rolling utility cart can be anything from a bedside table to a coffee bar. This a great storage addition for any dorm room.

Don't wait until after your first dorm room mold sighting to buy these. Hang one in your closet to breathe better, keep the mold away, and save your clothes.

Trust me, you need more than one towel. This towel set has everything you need and comes in tons of fun colors.

This hamper with wheels will make the trek to the laundry room so much easier. Your backpack is heavy enough, so save your shoulders and back and just get this.

On the off chance you buy groceries, you will need one of these. If not, you'll still need it for drinks and leftovers.

If you don't have a hand-me-down, this microwave is a great affordable option for the dorm.

You'll also need a bed skirt to hide all the stuff shoved under your bed. This one is extra long so it will work great with the risers.

The temperature in a dorm room can often be out of your control. This fan is portable and can wrap around almost anything so you can stay cool while you're sleeping, studying, or watching TV.

This Keurig doesn't take up too much space and it will definitely come in handy before your 8 a.m. or while you're cramming for a test.

No matter how hard you try and avoid it, you will get sick while living in a dorm room. This kit has everything you might need from bandaids to cough drops to a thermometer so you will be prepared when the inevitable happens.

Your clothes will get wrinkled, but in a cramped space an iron and ironing board are not ideal. A steamer works just as well and doesn't take up a ton of space.

Dorm lighting is not ideal for doing your makeup and neither is a community bathroom. This portable makeup mirror with LED lights will make your life so much easier and it fits perfectly on your desk.

This handheld vacuum will help you keep your dorm clean and cockroach free without taking up too much space. A single charge will last 10 hours and you won't have to worry about cords getting tangled or not reaching far enough.

WARNING: It is a little too easy to sleep until 2 pm with these blackout curtains. Whether your sleep schedule is a little wacky or outdoor lights keep you up at night, these curtains will help you get some quality shut eye.

No need to splurge on sheets that you might only use for one year. These Amazon Basics sheets come in tons of colors and patterns to match the rest of your dorm decor.

This basic duvet cover comes in a lot of colors and the best part is it's machine washable. You can change out the insert to make this work all year round.

Bring this shoe organizer that can hang on your closet door. This will keep your shoes organized and off the floor and save you some closet space.

These stacking storage bins are perfect for storage and organizations under your dorm bed, in your closet, on your desk or for the bathroom. They are easy to clean and mix and match to fit your space and storage needs.