Elevate My DormUniversity of Notre Dame Dorm Packing List
Everything worth bringing to your University of Notre Dame 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 Notre Dame
A generic college checklist will cost you money here. These are University of Notre Dame’s own published room measurements and rules — check them before you order.
Room size and rugs
Rooms run from 416 sq ft (Grojean Hall) up to 728 sq ft (Coyle Hall). At the small end a 8×10 rug is the largest that leaves walking room — measure before ordering anything bigger.
Bed and bedding
XL Twin (36" x 80"), uniform, and loftable, bunkable or separable with University hardware — with two exceptions. Students over 6'7" may request an XXL Twin, which requires non-standard sheets and cannot be lofted. And St. Edward’s Hall is the one hall not on the Modular Furniture System, so verify Measure before buying bedding — this campus is not a standard 38×80.
Fridge and microwave
Bring a fridge, but do not buy a microwave at all. Refrigerators must not exceed 5.0 cubic feet. “Microwave” sits on the prohibited list, banned alongside other high-wattage appliances “except those provided by the University” — so students use the University microwave in the hall kitchen. There is Do not buy a fridge for this campus.
Already in your room
Do not pack duplicates of these: An XL twin bed frame and 80-inch mattress, a desk and chair, and a closet or wardrobe — some halls have built-in closets instead of modular wardrobes. Beds can be lofted, bunked or separated using University-provided hardware. Each hall has at least one kitchen. The charge is a s
Leave these at home
The du Lac ban covers air conditioners, broilers, rotisseries, ceiling fans, skillets, rice cookers, dimmer switches, hot plates, microwaves, tabletop grills, toaster ovens and bread makers, plus toasters. UL-certified coffee makers and electric kettles are the only permitted exc
Room size by building
| Building | Room size | Largest rug that fits |
|---|---|---|
| Coyle Hall | 728 sq ft | 8×10 |
| Grojean Hall | 416 sq ft | 8×10 |
Room measurements and policies published by University of Notre Dame, 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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