Shopping BHG at Walmart What Should Be on Your Student’s College Packing List? Take this quiz based on your child's personality and we’ll serve up the best budget-friendly bedding, bath products, furniture, decor, and more for their college dorm room or apartment. By Jessica Cumberbatch Anderson Jessica Cumberbatch Anderson Jessica Cumberbatch Anderson is a writer, editor, and story producer. Her work has been published in national publications, including Domino, Architectural Digest, HuffPost Home, Elle Decor, and Better Homes & Gardens. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on July 7, 2023 Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Peathegee Inc / Getty Images Whether your college kid is heading to campus for the first time or returning for another year, they’ll need more than books to get by. We know that college shopping lists can be overwhelming to navigate, so here’s what we’ve learned by helping families back to school each year: What you buy depends on who you’re shopping for.Got an extrovert with a penchant for socializing on your hands? Or an upperclassman eager to explore life beyond the dorms? Take this quiz to find out which student profile best matches your kid and get suggestions on the essentials you’ll want to add to their college packing list. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit