Whether you’re moving to college for the first time or returning for another year, we know it can be an exciting yet stressful process.
Almost all college students are under severe budget restraints and have to make money stretch as far as possible for their accommodation.
Fortunately, there are a residential moving tips for college students can save money and be efficient in packing and preparing for a college move.
Pack Efficiently:
- Organize your items by purpose when packing for college
- Pack heavy items in smaller boxes that are easier to carry around
- Towels and older clothes make good padding materials
- Pack in sturdy boxes or plastic containers that you can later use for storing your belongings
- Label your boxes clearly, so you know where you can find what you want
- Make sure you have a luggage that can be locked to keep your valuables inside.
Ways To Move:
- Asking your family for help This is a great option if your college is located within a couple hours of driving from your home. ou will have secured the transportation and the help for unloading and taking your belongings to your room.
- Renting a moving truck. If you are moving for college out of state and have a lot of items to relocate you’ll need to rent an appropriate size moving truck so you can move all your belongings in one trip. Keep in mind that you’ll have to pay the rate for the rented vehicle, fuel, insurance, parking permits, and road tolls along the way.
- Hiring movers You can find a reliable moving service and get an accurate idea your moving costs, this may turn out to be the most beneficial moving option for college students moving to university out of state.
- Shipping items to campus If you are moving for college a long distance, you can also ship some of your belongings beforehand – just check your college’s policies for shipped items and make the necessary arrangements.
The end goal is for you to feel at home even though you are away from home.
