Elevate My DormUniversity of Arizona Dorm Packing List
Everything worth bringing to your University of Arizona dorm — organized by category, checkable, and printable. Before you pack, check your exact room size and lay the room out free so everything you buy actually fits.
Before you buy anything: what is actually true at University of Arizona
A generic college checklist will cost you money here. These are University of Arizona’s own published room measurements and rules — check them before you order.
Room size and rugs
Rooms run from 90 sq ft (Colonia de la Paz) up to 238 sq ft (Arizona-Sonora). At the small end a 4×6 rug is the largest that leaves walking room — measure before ordering anything bigger.
Bed and bedding
Twin XL by default, but genuinely not uniform. Hopi has standard full beds. Honors Village publishes both Twin XL (38"/80") and Full XL (54"/80") and sells them as separate line items. UA states that “a small selection of our dorms offer Full XL beds” but does not name them, so confirm your specific
Fridge and microwave
Bring your own or rent — nothing is supplied. A resident-owned fridge must be under 5 cubic feet, 120 volt and under 2 amps, and microwaves must be UL-listed at 800 watts maximum. Full-size refrigerators are prohibited. The contracted rental unit is 3.1 cubic feet with a 700-watt microwave. Honors V Anything over 5 cu ft will be sent home.
Already in your room
Do not pack duplicates of these: A bed with mattress, closet or wardrobe, desk with chair, dresser, trash can and recycle bin per resident. The rate covers electricity, gas and water, air conditioning and heating, internet, and access to local TV channels. Laundry is not free — $2.00 to wash and $1.60 to dry, ro
Leave these at home
Instant Pots and air fryers by name, hot pots and induction burners, and any open-coil or open-flame appliance including toasters, toaster ovens, waffle irons, fondue pots and George Foreman grills. Space heaters, full-size refrigerators, halogen lamps, adhesive LED lights (non-a
Room size by building
| Building | Room size | Largest rug that fits |
|---|---|---|
| Apache-Santa Cruz | 165 sq ft | 6×9 |
| Arizona-Sonora | 238 sq ft | 8×10 |
| Cochise | 95 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Coconino | 145 sq ft | 5×7 |
| Colonia de la Paz | 90 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Coronado | 200 sq ft | 8×10 |
| Gila | 100 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Graham-Greenlee | 198 sq ft | 6×9 |
| Hopi | 162 sq ft | 6×9 |
| Kaibab-Huachuca | 176 sq ft | 6×9 |
| Likins | 201 sq ft | 8×10 |
| Manzanita-Mohave | 168 sq ft | 6×9 |
| Maricopa | 115 sq ft | 5×7 |
| Navajo-Pinal (Stadium) | 190 sq ft | 6×9 |
| Pima | 100 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Posada San Pedro | 126 sq ft | 5×7 |
| Pueblo de la Cienega | 126 sq ft | 5×7 |
| Villa del Puente | 126 sq ft | 5×7 |
| Yavapai | 168 sq ft | 6×9 |
| Yuma | 155 sq ft | 6×9 |
| Árbol de la Vida | 170 sq ft | 6×9 |
Room measurements and policies published by University of Arizona, compiled August 2026. Always confirm with the housing office before buying.
Bedding
Bath
Desk & Study
Storage & Organization
Laundry
Tech & Power
Snacks & Kitchen
Health & Essentials
Decor & Comfort
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