When starting the first year of college, students often worry they don’t have everything they need.  They also don’t usually know what they need.  To keep it simple college school supplies are basically the same as in high school.  As for those little odds and ends there is a list below on items that you will need and are an absolute must when going to college.

  • Cell phone.  Cell phones are hard to go without when going to college.  They are actually a must to have.  Whether you’re lost and need directions somewhere, you’re having car trouble, or just want to call your friends and family, you will need a cell phone.  Accidents happen so be prepared.
  • Credit card.  Every college student should have a credit card.  You never know when you might get a flat tire, or when your car might die, and usually students don’t carry around that much cash on them at all times.  Credit cards are very helpful, as long as you use them wisely they can only benefit you.  It’s important to know the difference of knowing what you want and what you need.  To find more information go to www.findcollegecards.com
  • Voice recorder.  These are great to have in college.  With the prices you pay in college for a class it is important to get all you can out of college.  Record a lecture and listen to your parts you don’t understand a second or third time!
  • Agenda.  You will most definitely need an agenda.  There are so many dates that you will want to keep in mind.  Whether it’s someones birthday, your exam date, or your doctors appointment it becomes very hard to keep these dates organized.
  • Small bills and change.  This is great to just throw a couple bucks in your backpack.  You might have forgotten to pack a lunch and you need a bite to eat. This way you can atleast buy yourself a drink and snack at the vending machine.
  • Computer with Internet access.  When in college it seems like you will be typing paper after paper, especially in English class.  It is important to find a computer for Microsoft word and a computer with Internet access.  When in college you will be doing a lot of researching in the Internet.  Find a computer that is reliable when it comes to the both of them.

These few items will making going to college so much easier.  It is almost impossible to go without these few things.  They may require some money but they are definitely important.