Elevate My DormCase Western Reserve University Dorm Packing List
Everything worth bringing to your Case Western Reserve University 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 Case Western Reserve University
A generic college checklist will cost you money here. These are Case Western Reserve University’s own published room measurements and rules — check them before you order.
Room size and rugs
Rooms run from 90 sq ft (Alumni House) up to 165 sq ft (John Sykes Fayette House). At the small end a 4×6 rug is the largest that leaves walking room — measure before ordering anything bigger.
Bed and bedding
Not uniform. Traditional and suite halls are XL twin, 36" x 80". But Case Western’s apartment packing list names exceptions: The Village at 115, Stephanie Tubbs Jones and Hazel use full/double beds (54" x 75"), while Triangle, the Property Management Apartments and Overlook House stay XL twin. ⚠ 160 Measure before buying bedding — this campus is not a standard 38×80.
Fridge and microwave
Supplied by the university — do not buy one. First-year rooms and second-year Noyes and Fayette rooms each get a 4.7 cubic foot mini-fridge; suites share an apartment-size refrigerator and have a microwave provided; apartments have a microwave provided; and Overlook House provides a microfridge. Cri Do not buy a fridge for this campus.
Already in your room
Do not pack duplicates of these: Rooms have a bed that can be lofted, a desk, desk chair, dresser, closet space, wastebasket, mini-blinds and internet access. Laundry is included in the room rate — no quarters needed. Beds can be lofted on request through MyHousing before move-in, though some spaces have non-lof
Leave these at home
Halogen or incandescent lamps and bulbs; extension cords; adhesive LED light strips; hot plates, toaster ovens, George Foreman grills, air fryers, sandwich makers, rice cookers, electric teapots and water heaters, microwaves “or similar cooking appliances”; candles, incense and w
Room size by building
| Building | Room size | Largest rug that fits |
|---|---|---|
| Alumni House | 90 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Clarke Tower | 96 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Cutler House | 95 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Cutter House | 108 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Glaser House | 90 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Hitchcock House | 95 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Howe House | 90 sq ft | 4×6 |
| John Sykes Fayette House | 165 sq ft | 6×9 |
| Kusch House | 90 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Mary Chilton Noyes House | 165 sq ft | 6×9 |
| Michelson House | 90 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Norton House | 108 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Pierce House | 95 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Raymond House | 108 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Sherman House | 108 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Smith House | 116 sq ft | 5×7 |
| Staley House | 90 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Storrs House | 95 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Taft House | 116 sq ft | 5×7 |
| Taplin House | 116 sq ft | 5×7 |
| Tippit House | 90 sq ft | 4×6 |
| Tyler House | 108 sq ft | 4×6 |
Room measurements and policies published by Case Western Reserve University, 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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