What to Bring

Prospective Students

What to Bring

Here is a list of items you'll want to bring to your dorm or apartment. Also included is a list of what NOT to bring. If you have any questions, please contact GCU's Student Life at 602.639.6240.

You can bring:

  • Standard, extra-long twin sheets
  • Towels
  •  Computer
  • Alarm clock
  • 4.5 cubic foot refrigerator
    • (Rental program available for a microwave-fridge combo)
  • Microwave
  • Toiletries
  • Laundry detergent
  • Stereo
  • Television
  • Small fan
  • Pictures/posters (in good taste)
  • 3M tabs and/or adhesive clay (no screws, nails, tacks, etc.)
  • Cups, plates, bowls, flatware
  • Calendar

Please do not bring:

  • Fireworks (illegal on campus)
  • Firearms or weapons
  • Any open heating sources (candles, incense, toasters, etc.)
  • Pets (excluding fish)
  • Alcohol (GCU is a dry campus)
  • Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
  • Halogen lamps
  • Knives or other dangerous items

For more information, please contact:
Office of Student Life
Phone:  602.639.6240

Dormroom Do's and Don'ts

Moving on campus next year? Not sure what to bring? Not sure what to leave at home? Well worry no more! Check out this video to learn some of the "do's and don'ts" of the dorms.