Provided

  • XL Twin bed frame and mattress
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Trash can and recycling bin
  • Dresser
  • Built in closet or movable wardrobe
  • All rooms within our traditional residential halls are furnished with a Microwave/Refrigerator/Freezer Unit

Common Areas

  • Television
  • Full kitchen with refrigerator, range, table, cupboards

Laundry Facilities

The number of washer and dryer units is based on the occupancy of the building. All traditional residence halls have a centrally located facility with multiple units, a folding table, and waiting areas.

Not Allowed

  • Candles/incense
  • Halogen lamps
  • Appliances with open heating elements may not be used in rooms
  • Personal lofts
  • Weapons/firearms/firecrackers/lighter fluid
  • Nails or other materials that will cause paint chips, wall markings, or leave residue
  • Air conditioners
  • Space heaters

What to Bring

All residential spaces are fully furnished. First Year Students are encouraged to assess their space and communicate with roommates prior to shipping or moving in with additional room furnishings. Residential Life manages on campus student storage, but certain items including furniture and other large items are not permitted in the facilities. Visit Student Storage for more information about the program.

Packing List

Must Bring

Nice to Have

Carleton Provided

Bedding

1-2 sets of Twin XL sheets (80" long) Pillows and pillow cases, comforter

Foam mattress pad

Twin XL mattress and bed frame

Toiletries

Towels and washcloth, shower caddy (including shampoo, soap, conditioner), shower shoes, first aid kit, and other personal hygiene products

Handsoap, toilet paper, and papertowels in public bathrooms

Cookware

All First Year students are required to be on the 20 Meal Plan, so many students do not cook in the halls. However, if you wish to do so, you will want to bring the necessary cookware you require.

Icepack, tupperware, your favorite mug!

Micro-fridge in each room within traditional residence halls, community kitchens with microwave, range, refrigerator, sink, limited cupboard storage

Laundry

Laundry basket/bag, clothes hangers, detergent

Foldable drying rack

Tech

Students often bring their own laptops to Carleton, but the College has multiple computer labs across campus.

Laptop, chargers, television, gaming systems, power strip

Cable is NOT provided in private bedrooms. Each community lounge is furnished with a television. Wifi is available throughout the buildings including private bedrooms.

Important Documents

Students who are working on campus should review necessary documents that will be requested by Student Employment/HR.

General

Desk or floor lamp, rug, dry-erase board, water bottle, decorations

*Please note, Carleton is required to conduct Fire Safety Checks each term. Students should review the Fire Safety Guide when decorating their rooms.

Local Resources

If you forget any of the packing list items, Northfield has many stores available to visit including the Carleton Bookstore for some basics.

  • Homebody Refill Market (located on Division Street)
  • Used A Bit Secondhand Shop (located on Water Street)
  • The Measuring Cup (located on Division Street)
  • Walgreens (located on Highway 19)
  • Ace Hardware (located on Water Street)
  • Target (located on Highway 3)