{"id":1287,"date":"2013-10-11T14:41:32","date_gmt":"2013-10-11T14:41:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.moverscorp.com\/?p=1287"},"modified":"2025-12-24T18:41:06","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T18:41:06","slug":"back-to-college-move-in-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.moverscorp.com\/blog\/back-to-college-move-in-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Back to College Move-in Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

I fondly remember my college days. The excitement of starting a new semester and meeting up with friends motivated me to start packing weeks before the semester started. Several move-in tips sped up the packing and moving process<\/a>, and they can help you efficiently move back to college, too.<\/p>\n

Start Early<\/b><\/h2>\n

You’ll never go wrong if you get ready ahead of time instead of waiting until the last minute. I\u2019ve been guilty of not following this advice, which always ends in last-minute stress<\/a>. Starting early also ensures you pack everything you need. I suggest writing a list and checking off items as you buy and pack them. That way you won’t arrive at campus and realize you forgot your laptop charger, favorite shampoo or tennis shoes at home.<\/p>\n

Pack Light<\/b><\/h2>\n

There’s nothing more exhausting on move-in day than lugging dozens of heavy suitcases up five flights of stairs to your college dorm room or apartment. I know because I’ve been there. Then, you have to fit all that stuff into a small space that includes only an extra-long twin bed, a basic closet, and a desk. Save yourself time and aggravation by packing light.<\/p>\n

Do you remember the packing list you wrote while preparing for your college move-in day<\/a>? On it, including essential items like:<\/p>\n