What to Bring

Before you embark on your exciting journey, it's essential to know what to bring and what to leave behind. Discover what items are provided, what to consider purchasing, and what to avoid bringing altogether. Make the most of your college experience by packing smartly and efficiently. Get ready to embark on a new chapter with confidence and peace of mind.

  • Beds, dressers, and desks are provided. DO NOT bring your own.
  • Each resident is issued a key for his/her assigned room. Key replacement is $50. In Byrd and Braswell hall, a hard key for the closet and a card key are issued to each resident. Each key carries a $50 replacement fee.
  • Lock your door when you are not in your room. William Carey University is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • If you plan to hang posters, art, etc. please contact the Housing Office to purchase the correct supplies.
  • Rugs and carpet are allowed, but do not glue to the floor.
  • Each residence hall is equipped for wireless internet. Please bring a computer with wireless capabilities. Do not bring your own wireless router.
  • The laundry facilities are free and are for residents' use ONLY. Bring your own detergent and fabric softener. No bleach allowed.
  • There is one cable hookup in each room. The cable fee is included in your room fees each trimester. The TV is not provided.
  • All residents must have a mail box. Students typically sign up for one at orientation, but students are able to get one at any time. There is no cost for this service.

  • XL twin sheets
  • Pillow
  • Laundry supplies
  • Ironing supplies
  • Towels/washcloths
  • Hangers
  • Shower shoes
  • Rug
  • Umbrella/Raincoat
  • Personal Hygiene Items
  • Flashlight
  • Storage containers
  • Curtains
  • Microwave (except Byrd/Braswell, Futral/Davis, Ross/Johnson where one is provided)
  • Surge Protector
  • School Supplies
  • Alarm Clock
  • Radio/Stereo
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • Refrigerator (no larger than 5 cu. Ft.)(except Byrd/Braswell, Futral/Davis, Ross/Johnson and Penton Apartments where one is provided)
  • Desk lamp (no halogen bulbs please)
  • Cleaning supplies
  • First aid items
  • Memo board
  • Trash can
  • Computers with wireless ability

  • Extension Cords
  • Candles/incense/aromatic plug-ins
  • Hot plates and crock pots
  • Air Fryers
  • George Foreman type Grills
  • Toasters or toaster ovens
  • All pets (except small aquarium fish in a 5 gallon or less tank)
  • Liquid bleach
  • Wireless routers
  • LED strips
  • Wallpaper/Painting of walls
  • Alcohol, drugs, and weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited. Possession of these will result in disciplinary action and possible expulsion from classes or the campus. See The Translation for the official policy.
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