Move-In Checklist

The following items are suggestions; you are not required to bring everything on this list. Talk to your roommate about who is bringing what.

For Your Bed

  • Bedspread or comforter, blankets
  • Pillows and pillowcases
  • Bed sheets; standard, jersey, extra-long and deep-pocket sheets all will work (Residence halls: 80” twin-size)
  • Mallet (for changing bed height)

For Your Health

  • Hand sanitizer (alcohol-based, 60% or more)
  • Cleaning supplies (i.e. sanitizing wipes)
  • Thermometer
  • Acetominophen (Tylenol) or Ibuprofen (Advil)
  • First-aid kit

For the Bath

  • Bathrobe
  • Brushes, combs, etc.
  • Hair dryer, curling or flat iron (UL-approved)
  • Prescribed medications, prescriptions for renewal
  • Soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner
  • Shower bucket or tote
  • Shower shoes or flip-flops
  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss
  • Towels and washcloths

For Your Room

  • Broom and dust pan, small vacuum cleaner
  • Carpet or rugs
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishes, cups
  • Dish soap
  • Flashlight, batteries
  • Toolkit (small)
  • Trash bags (8-gallon)
  • Travel mug
  • Under-bed storage drawers or caddies
  • Mattress with pad
  • Desk and chair
  • Closet or wardrobe
  • Dresser
  • Bed frame
  • Mirror
  • Wastebasket
  • Recycle bin

Electronics

  • Cell phone and charger
  • Computer, laptop, and/or tablet
  • Smart TV equipped with Ethernet port and an Ethernet cable (wall mounting prohibited)
  • Extra Ethernet cables for connecting devices
  • Headphones or earbuds
  • Surge protector strip with a 15-amp circuit breaker and safety reset switch

Desk & School Supplies

  • Reusable water bottle
  • Backpack or book bag
  • Desk supplies (stapler, folders, etc.)
  • Notebooks, pens

Appliances

  • Coffee maker
  • Microwave (max. 1,000 watts); only one per room
  • Mini refrigerator (max. 4.5 cubic feet); only one per bedroom

For the Laundry

  • Clothes hangers
  • Dryer sheets
  • Iron and steamer
  • Laundry basket or bag
  • Liquid detergent or HE detergent pods

For Outdoors

  • Bicycle, lock, helmet
  • Rain gear, umbrella
  • Sunscreen, sunglasses
  • Swimming suit
  • Winter coat, hat, gloves, boots

Pro tip: Bring a dolly, cart or hand truck. Use stacking plastic bins or totes instead of boxes

Carry With You

  • Debit card, credit cards
  • Driver’s license; if you’re bringing a car: title, registration, proof of insurance
  • Health insurance card
  • Passport or other state ID
  • Mobile phone to access your Mizzou Mobile ID

Employment Items

Apply for Jobs

Options for purchase and rental are available for select items above.

Prohibited Items

Including but not limited to:

  • Alcohol and alcohol containers
  • Candles/wax, incense, wax warmers including openflame devices and heat-producing scent devices (like Scentsy)
  • Window treatments/curtains/shades
  • LED self adhesive strip lighting
  • Controlled substances, drugs and drug paraphernalia
  • Tobacco, vapes, electronic cigarettes (prohibited for on-campus use)
  • Darts with points or sharp ends
  • Fireworks and explosives
  • Items with strong scents are discouraged. Please review our Housing Policies for more information.
  • □ Small marker boards for exterior of room door
  • Animals: Review our website for more information.
  • Multi-plug adapters
  • Appliances including, but not limited to: air fryers, toasters, toaster ovens, electric grills (ex. George Foreman), panini presses, pressure cookers (ex. Instant Pot). No space heaters of any kind
  • Any appliance with exposed heating elements or grease collection
  • Lights/lamps using halogen bulbs
  • Fragile or irreplacable items
  • Road, street and traffic signs
  • Weapons of any kind
  • Wifi router
  • BBQ grills
  • Lighter fluid

Decorating Your Room

Use only recommended products to hang posters and other decorations in your room.
Tacks, push pins or straight pins only: Bluford, Brooks, Center, College Avenue, Discovery, Dogwood, Excellence, Galena, Gateway, Hawthorn, North, Responsibility, Respect, South halls.


Tacks, push pins, and straight pins (or 3M Command strips on cinderblock/plaster walls): Defoe-Graham, Gillett, Hatch, Hudson, Johnston, Mark Twain, McDavid, Schurz, Wolpers halls.

Note: If any damage occurs from use of these products or others, a charge may be incurred for repairs.

Mizzou at U Centre

  • No need to bring a mini-fridge or microwave; you have a kitchen in your apartment.
  • Bring an extra long double-sized or queen-sized sheet
    set for bedding (both fit).
  • Please do not place more than 10 dime-sized holes in a wall.

▪ 3M Command strips on sheetrock walls
▪ Wall stickers, gel clings, vinyl appliques or static clings
▪ Wall covering, wall paper, peel & stick decor
▪ Nails, staples, tape or other fasteners
▪ LED self-adhesive strip lighting

Note: If any damage occurs from use of these products or others, a charge may be incurred for repairs.

Pro Tips

Buy renter’s insurance. MU does not purchase property insurance covering any loss of, or damage to, the student’s personal property. Renter’s insurance can be very affordable and can cover property damage, such as if you drop your laptop. Some homeowner’s insurance can be extended to college students. We recommend researching your options.


Skip the U-Haul. U-Hauls, trailers, and large moving trucks are strongly discouraged and may not be allowed in the traditional move in traffic patterns.