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College of the Holy Cross Dorm Packing List

Everything worth bringing to your College of the Holy Cross 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.

🗓️ Move-in season: most residence halls open in early-to-mid August. Check your housing portal for your exact date and any restricted-item rules before buying appliances.
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Before you buy anything: what is actually true at College of the Holy Cross

A generic college checklist will cost you money here. These are College of the Holy Cross’s own published room measurements and rules — check them before you order.

Room size and rugs

Rooms run from 200 sq ft (Loyola Hall) up to 216 sq ft (Alumni Hall). At the small end a 8×10 rug is the largest that leaves walking room — measure before ordering anything bigger.

Room size by building

BuildingRoom sizeLargest rug that fits
Alumni Hall216 sq ft8×10
Brooks Hall216 sq ft8×10
Carlin Hall216 sq ft8×10
Clark Hall216 sq ft8×10
Hanselman Hall216 sq ft8×10
Healy Hall216 sq ft8×10
Lehy Hall216 sq ft8×10
Loyola Hall200 sq ft8×10
Wheeler Hall200 sq ft8×10

Room measurements and policies published by College of the Holy Cross, compiled August 2026. Always confirm with the housing office before buying.

Bedding

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Desk & Study

Storage & Organization

Laundry

Tech & Power

Snacks & Kitchen

Health & Essentials

Decor & Comfort

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