Packing List
We suggest bringing enough to settle in. Most items can be purchased at decently low cost in the United States. You will just want enough for your first month, so that you do not have to worry about rushing to the store to purchase everything.
Weather Information and Suggestions
Documents
- Letter of Acceptance
- I-20
- SEVIS Payment Fee Receipt
- Passport
- Visa
- Original Transcripts & Degree Certificate
- Rental Agreement (if applicable)
- Suggested: Have both electronic copy and hard copy of the above documents.
Hygiene
- Suggested: TSA Compliant Toiletry Kit (for carry-on bags)
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Toothbrush and Toothpaste
- Face Wash
- Razor
- Deodorant
- Lip Balm
- Towel
- Hair Brush (Comb)
Clothing
- T-shirts
- Shorts (if applicable)
- Jeans
- Pants/Slacks
- Pajamas
- Undergarments
- Dress (if applicable)
- Shoes
- Slippers
- Sandals
- Socks
Apartment/Dorm
- Blanket
- Pillow
- Dorm: Twin XL Sheets
Technology
- Cell Phone Charger
- Headphones
- Laptop (if needed)
- 120V Converter
Winter Specific (if arriving in January/February, can be bought here)
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Winter Jacket
- Winter hat
- Sweatshirt/Hoodie
- Sweatpants
- Winter / snow boots
Other
- At least one formal outfit
- Medications (if applicable; also copy of prescription from physician)
- Perfume
- Extra Glasses or Contact Lens (& solution)(if applicable)
- Photos of family and friends
- Any comfort items (favorite shirt, stuffed animal, etc.)
- Ready-to-Eat Paste or Cooking Seasonings
- Empty Water Bottle