Moving Out Of Your Dorm, College Tips 

Just as when you are just starting to get settled in with your dorm comes the time wherein you have to move out of it. Moving out is more stressful than moving in as you have more things to take care of, given that you have accumulated more stuff during your college stay. Good thing there is a way to make moving out a stress-free experience.

Here are some tips on how to move out of your dorm.

Make A List

Like everything else, the key to a successful moving out is proper planning. The first step you need to do is create an essential list. Try to create a list of the things you are using daily, like your toiletries, cellphone chargers, and clothes. What you don’t want to happen is to pack everything only to find out that the thing you need for the day is stashed right at the bottom of your box. Making a list will help you prioritize what you need to pack in advance.

Pack Early

The sooner you pack, the less hassle it could be. Remember, packing is the least of your problems as you still have to worry about other school work such as project deadlines, homework, and exams. 

Trying to manage all of these things is already stressful enough, let alone trying to squeeze in the time to pack your stuff. Start packing all the things you don’t need, like clothes or textbooks, so you can already get it out of the way. The fewer things you need to worry about, the more you can focus on your task.

Separate Your Things From Your Roommate

If you are living alone, then this would not be an issue, but if not, then chances are both of your things are mixed up. 

Set a schedule with your roommate so that you can both sort out your items and know who owns which. Once you are done, it would be easier for you to pack your things as you don’t have to worry about boxing your roommate’s stuff by mistake.

Sort Into Groups

Some students make the mistake of packing everything in their box only to realize that they still need some of the things they have just boxed. 

To avoid this, it is better to sort your items into two groups- those you need to use and those that you don’t (regularly).  It would help you avoid the hassle of unpacking and repacking, which can be a stressful situation. Remember, the more organized you are, the more time you have to do other, more important things.

Send Stuff Home

You don’t have to store everything in your dorm. If there are things that you are not using regularly, then it is better just to send them back home. It would help you declutter and give you more room to move around. Most dorm rooms do not have the luxury of space, so it is better to just keep your things down to a minimum as much as possible.

Sort Out Your Textbooks

One way to help minimize the things you need to pack is to sort out your textbook and choose what you will need in the future. Some campuses have buy back programs that allow you to sell your books to them. Instead of letting it rot in your storage, then you might as well let someone else make good use of it.

Do Not Leave A Mess

Be responsible enough to clean up your space before leaving. It’s not just because you might have a fine if you don’t do it, but it is the right thing to do. Sweep the floor, empty the trash bin, dust the furniture. You know, simple things you need to do to keep the place tidy.

Know The Moving Out Procedure In Your Dorm

Dorms have a moving-out procedure that you need to take note of. Make a list of the things you need to do and, if required, divide the task fairly with your roommate.

Moving out of a dorm can be a hassle-free experience if you know what to do. Start planning early and pack a little every day. Sooner or later, you will realize that you are already done packing and ready to take on what life is about to give you.