Why Pack Batteries for College? A Senior’s Advice

As a senior who’s lived through multiple years in the dorms, batteries are an overlooked college essentials item that freshmen often forget. Your wireless mouse, calculator, fairy lights, and portable fans will need them throughout the year. Many dorm room essentials like remote controls, wall clocks, and emergency flashlights also run on batteries.

While campus stores stock batteries, they’re typically overpriced. Buy them in bulk before move-in to save money and avoid late-night trips when your devices die during study sessions. AA and AAA batteries are most common, but check your devices’ requirements.

Pro tip: Store batteries in a cool, dry place in your dorm room and keep them separate from metal objects to prevent any safety issues.