Tempe, AZ · Sun Devils · Tempe
Hassayampa Academic Village Dorm Checklist 2026
Arizona State
Shared rooms (incl. 3-person) & private rooms, suite-style bathrooms (first-year village; business cohort)
A first-year village of connected buildings with its own dining hall and P.O.D. Market, home to the Business Community Advantage cohort (first business classes like CIS 105 are taken together). Room types run from 3-person shared rooms to privates with private baths. Most areas have loftable beds; Building B's are fixed lofts with desks beneath. No in-room MicroFridge — rent one or bring a compliant fridge.
- Bed SizeTwin XL · 36"×80" (adjustable-height frame)
- Under-BedAdjustable/loftable in most areas; Building B has fixed lofted beds
- ACYes
- On-Campus~55%
✓ In the room
Bed frame & Twin XL mattressdeskchairdresserclosettrash & recycling bins
✗ Not provided
Beddingtowelsshower caddyhangersdesk lamp; mini-fridge/microwave outside Tooker & Manzanita (rentable MicroFridge)
⊘ Prohibited
Candlesincensecandle warmersneon signshalogen lampshot platesopen-flame deviceshoverboardsnon-UL-listed applianceswireless routersweaponspets other than fish; extension cords only 16-gauge grounded for temporary use — bring a surge-protected power strip
- Wireless routers are banned in ASU residence halls — they interfere with the campus network. Every room has Wi-Fi plus an Ethernet port; leave the router at home.
- Building B rooms have FIXED lofted beds with the desk built in beneath the mattress — you can't lower them, so plan storage and bedside setup for a lofted bed if you're assigned there.
Everything for your Hassayampa Academic Village room
The complete Arizona State packing list, tuned to Hassayampa Academic Village — best picks flagged, anything the room already includes pulled out, and every item shoppable. Affiliate links; prices shown on Amazon.
112 items across 14 categories
Bedding
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⭐ Top pickTwin XL fitted sheet × 2Compare picks →Most dorm mattresses are 80" long — standard twin won't fitHassayampa Academic Village beds are Twin XL · 36"×80" (adjustable-height frame) — get Twin XL, not standard twin.
Pillowcases × 4 (2 per pillow)
⭐ Top pickMattress topper (Twin XL)Compare picks →Dorm mattresses are firm and thin — a 2–3" memory foam or gel topper makes a real difference
Extra blanket or throwHassayampa Academic Village's AC runs cold at night — pack a warm layer.
⭐ Top pickWaterproof mattress pad (Twin XL)Protects the mattress from spills and wear — a cheap layer you'll be glad you packed
Zippered mattress encasement (waterproof, bed-bug proof)Dorm mattresses are used and shared — a zippered encasement fully seals it against spills, dust mites, and bed bugs
Fan — optional
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⭐ Top pickSmall desk fan (optional)Compare picks →AC is available but many students still bring one for air circulation or white noise.Hassayampa Academic Village is air-conditioned, so a fan is comfort, not survival.
Bathroom
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⭐ Top pickShower caddy (hanging mesh or plastic tote)Compare picks →Most freshman halls have communal bathrooms — you carry everything to and from the shower
Toiletry bag for daily-use items
Toothbrush covers (travel cases)Breathable vented covers keep your toothbrush clean on the trip to and from a communal bathroom
Facial tissuesKeep a box at the desk and nightstand — colds and allergies rip through a dorm
Toilet paperSuite / private-bathroom halls only — communal-bath dorms stock it for you (check the “In every room” list above)
Personal Care & Grooming
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Hair dryer (compact)Not provided — you'll want your own for the walk back from a communal bathroom
Hair straightener or curling iron
Hair brush + comb set
Hair claw clips (variety pack)
Gentle face wash (CeraVe)
Razor & blade refills
Nail clipper & grooming kit
Cotton swabs (Q-tips)
Period-supply organizer pouchA discreet zip pouch for pads or tampons — the essential nobody wants to source last-minute at a new campus
⭐ Top pickOver-door / full-length mirrorCompare picks →Dorm rooms rarely have a full-length mirror, and you can't drill the walls — an over-door one hangs with zero damage
Storage & Organization
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⭐ Top pickUnder-bed storage bins or drawersCompare picks →Check your hall's under-bed clearance on the hall checklist page before buyingHassayampa Academic Village beds have Adjustable/loftable in most areas; Building B has fixed lofted beds clearance — measure before buying.
Adjustable bed risers (set of 4)Stackable to 3, 5, or 8 inches — lift the bed for far more under-bed storage. Check your frame first; many dorm beds already adjust in height
Command picture hanging stripsVelcro-style strips hang posters, photos, and light frames level and hole-free, then peel off cleanly — no move-out damage charge
Tension curtain rods (2-pack)No-drill spring rods (28–43") to add a closet rod, hang a window curtain, or string a divider curtain for privacy in a shared room
Closet Space-Savers
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⭐ Top pickSlim velvet hangers × 30–40Compare picks →Dorm closets are narrow — thin non-slip hangers fit far more than bulky plastic ones
⭐ Top pickCascading hanger connector hooksCompare picks →Chain hangers vertically to turn one closet rod into three or four rows
⭐ Top pickMulti-slot space-saving hangersCompare picks →One hanger holds five items stacked vertically
⭐ Top pickCloset-doubler rod (2-tier)Compare picks →Hangs from the existing rod to add a second hanging level — no tools
Tech & Power
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⭐ Top pickSurge protector power strip (6+ outlets)Compare picks →Most schools require a surge protector — plain extension cords are prohibited
Ethernet cable (10 ft)Wired connections are faster and more reliable than Wi-Fi for video calls and gaming
USB-C hub or docking station
Power bank / portable charger
⭐ Top pickBluetooth speaker (compact)Optional — keep it compact and respect quiet hours, which most halls enforce
Printer (optional — most campuses have free print labs)
Assorted zip ties (variety pack)Assorted sizes and colors for taming the cable mess behind the desk, bundling cords under the bed, and loft/dorm setup
Reusable velcro cable tiesHook-and-loop straps you can undo and re-bundle — the rearrangeable alternative to zip ties for chargers and monitor cords
Adhesive cable clips (cord holders)Stick-on clips anchor phone chargers and cords to the desk edge so cables stop sliding behind the desk
Charging cables (10 ft, 3-pack)Extra-long braided USB-C cables reach from a lofted bed to a far wall outlet — the spare everyone forgets
Multi-port USB wall charger (40W)One 4-port block charges your phone, earbuds, and tablet from a single scarce dorm outlet
Laundry
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Laundry detergent pods (compact for dorm storage)
Dryer sheets
Mesh laundry bag for delicates
Foldable clothes drying rackAir-dry laundry and delicates in a tight room to dodge dryer shrink and per-load costs, then fold it flat against the wall- Laundry app or coinsCheck if your school uses an app (Circuit, LaundryView) or quarters before you go
Fabric stain remover spray
Tide-to-Go or similar
Desk & Study
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⭐ Top pickDesk lamp (LED)Compare picks →Not provided in most halls — check your school's provided list above
⭐ Top pickLaptop stand (adjustable)Ergonomic for long study sessions — pairs with any keyboard
Scissors and tape
Whiteboard or sticky notes for the door- Backpack (bring from home)
Health & Safety
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Basic first aid kit (bandages, antiseptic, medical tape)
Ibuprofen / acetaminophen
Thermometer
Cold and flu medicine
Hand sanitizer
Reusable face masks
Disinfecting wipesWipe down desks, doorknobs, and shared surfaces — cold and flu rip through a dorm floor
Vitamin C / immune supportDorms are germ factories — keep a box for the first sign of dorm crud
24-hour allergy tabletsNon-drowsy antihistamine for new-city pollen and dusty old dorm buildings
Blister patchesHydrocolloid patches for the blisters a big campus gives you in week one
Comfort & Room
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Gym bag / duffel (with shoe pocket)Gym, weekend trips home, and laundromat hauls — a tote won't cut it
Sleep mask + earplugsShared room, roommate's lamp, hallway noise — the cheapest sleep upgrade there is
Portable white-noise machineMasks thin dorm walls and a roommate's off-schedule coming and going so it's easier to fall asleep
Collapsible storage ottomanA 36L cube that swallows a bin of gear, holds 250 lb for guest seating or a footrest, then folds flat when you don't need it
Odor absorber (charcoal bags)Skip plug-in fresheners, candles, and wax warmers — most dorms ban them (fire code). Charcoal bags absorb odor with no flame or outlet.
Handheld garment steamerFaster and far more compact than an iron + board.Before you buy: check your school's appliance rules — some restrict irons/steamers — and pick one with auto-shutoff.
Slippers / house shoesCold, not-always-clean dorm floors — shower shoes are for the bathroom
Lint roller (5-pack)
Mini tool kit / screwdriver setFor assembling a loft, tightening a wobbly bed frame, and move-in boxes
Water filter pitcher (Brita)Dorm tap water, no kitchen filter — a 6-cup fits in a mini-fridge
⭐ Top pickMini fridge (if not provided)Compare picks →Check the “In every room” list above first — many schools include a MicroFridge and ban personal ones. Bring one only if yours doesn't.
Bed rest reading pillowDorm beds have no headboard — a backrest with arms lets you sit up to study or read in bed
Weighted blanket (15 lb, twin)Calmer, deeper sleep in a noisy hall — sized to a dorm bed
Compact HEPA air purifierQuiet desktop unit for dusty old buildings, allergies, and roommate smells
Folding saucer / lounge chairThe extra seat a dorm never has — folds flat when you don't need it
Mini projector (movie nights)Turns a blank wall into a movie night — a floor favorite
Essential-oil diffuserWater-based ultrasonic (no flame) — the dorm-safe way to freshen a roomBefore you buy: some schools restrict diffusers, humidifiers, or scented devices — check your housing rules, and pick one with auto shut-off.
Kitchen & Dining
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Dorm dinnerware set (microwave-safe)Microwave- and dishwasher-safe plates, bowls, and cups so you're not eating ramen out of the pot
Dish drying matAbsorbent mat to air-dry dishes on a tiny counter — doubles for drying a shower caddy or shoes
Bottle & straw brush setCleans the straws and narrow necks of Stanley-style tumblers your other brushes can't reach
Paper towelsFor spills and quick cleanup when there's no kitchen — select-a-size to waste less
Misc Essentials
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Reusable water bottle (large, 32 oz+)
Umbrella (compact)
Rain jacket or packable jacket
Reusable tote bags × 2–3 (grocery runs, gym, dining)
Alarm clock or use your phone
Shower timer (optional, for communal bathroom courtesy)
⭐ Top pickArea rug (3×5 ft)Compare picks →Adds warmth and cuts the echo on bare dorm floors — measure your space first
⭐ Top pickIn your room ✓Step trash can with lidNot provided — a hands-free pedal can with a soft-close lid keeps odors down by the desk (grab a pack of small liners too)Hassayampa Academic Village rooms already include a bin — skip unless you want a second.
Safety box openerCeramic auto-retract blade opens the mountain of move-in boxes without slicing what's inside — safe and dorm-allowed
Move-In Day Gear
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Wheeled rolling moving bagWheels and a pull handle let you drag a fully loaded 600D bag up the stairs instead of hauling the weight — the move-in day lifesaver
XL moving & storage bags (6-pack)Haul a whole carload of bedding and clothes in one trip, then fold them flat to store bulky stuff over breaks
Folding hand truck / dollyRolls a mini-fridge, boxes, and furniture up to your room in far fewer trips, then folds flat to slide under the bed
Folding collapsible wagon cartLoad a full haul and roll it across campus in one pass, then collapse it flat when you're done
Related guides: Dorm move-in checklist · Best dorm shower caddy · Dorm mattress topper guide
Dorm shopping guides: Mini fridge · Surge protector · Storage bins · Mattress topper · Desk lamp · Bedding sets · Twin XL sheets · Shower caddy · Towels · Shower shoes · Laundry hamper · Area rug · Mirror · Over-door organizer · Closet organizers · Fans (no AC) · Loft bed setup
Sources & verification — last checked Jul 26, 2026
Living in Hassayampa Academic Village: what to know before you pack
The room
Hassayampa offers the widest range of room types in ASU's freshman system — from three-person shared rooms with shared baths up to private rooms with private bathrooms — all with suite-style bathroom arrangements and the standard furniture set: Twin XL beds (36"×80"), desks, chairs, dressers, and closets. Beds loft in most areas, but know your building: Building B rooms have fixed lofted beds with the desk built directly beneath the mattress, so your storage plan starts from a lofted layout whether you like it or not. Unlike Tooker and Manzanita, Hassayampa rooms don't include a MicroFridge — rent one through ASU's vendor or bring a UL-listed mini-fridge, and coordinate with roommates first. Sheets note: ASU mattresses are 36 inches wide, slightly narrower than standard Twin XL.
Day to day
Hassayampa Academic Village is built as a village in the literal sense — connected buildings around shared amenities, with its own dining hall and P.O.D. convenience market, a tutoring center, and academic advising inside the community. It's home to the Business Community Advantage cohort, where first-years take their first business class (CIS 105) together with neighbors — the residential-college idea at full strength: your floor is your section. A meal plan is required, the front desk runs 24 hours, and the tutoring and advising offices being downstairs rather than across campus genuinely lowers the barrier to using them during your first semester.
Move-in day
Tempe move-in is August 15–16, 2026, with your assigned window on My ASU and instructions emailed from early July. It will be hot — mid-August Tempe runs past 110°F — so book the earliest window available, unload fast, and save the careful unpacking for air conditioning. If you're in a loftable-bed area, decide your bed height before the floor disappears under boxes; if you're in Building B, the bed is already lofted with the desk beneath, so bring under-shelf lights or a clip-on lamp and a bedside caddy rather than a nightstand-based setup. No MicroFridge here — sort out your fridge rental or purchase with roommates before you arrive. Laundry is free.
Hassayampa Academic Village FAQ
- Does Hassayampa include a fridge or microwave?
- No — unlike Tooker House and Manzanita, Hassayampa rooms don't come with a MicroFridge. Most residents rent one (ASU's vendor rents the combined microwave-fridge units) or bring their own UL-listed mini-fridge. Coordinate with your roommates first — in a shared or three-person room, one fridge covers everyone and floor space is precious. Remember the appliance rules for anything you bring: UL-listed only, no hot plates or open heating elements, and surge-protected power strips rather than plain extension cords.
- What's the deal with Building B's lofted beds?
- Building B rooms have fixed lofted beds — the mattress sits up high with the desk built in directly beneath, and unlike the adjustable frames elsewhere at ASU, they don't lower. It's an efficient use of a small room, but pack for it: a clip-on reading light or under-shelf light for the desk area, a bedside caddy that hangs from the frame (there's no nightstand next to a lofted bed), and a step stool if you'd rather not climb the frame. Elsewhere in Hassayampa the beds loft optionally, so you can choose your layout.
- What is the Business Community Advantage at Hassayampa?
- Hassayampa houses ASU's business-focused first-year cohort, where students take their first business class — CIS 105, Computer Applications and Information Systems — together with the people they live around. That's the residential-college model doing its job: your classmates are your hallmates, so study groups and test-prep sessions form in the lounge instead of over a group chat with strangers. The village also keeps a tutoring center and academic advising on-site, which makes the support system genuinely easy to use during your first semester.
- What room types does Hassayampa offer?
- A wider range than most freshman halls: shared double rooms, three-person shared rooms, and private rooms — with bathroom arrangements from shared suite baths up to a private room with its own private bathroom. All of it is suite-style rather than communal hall bathrooms. The three-person shared rooms are the budget-friendly option; privates cost more but are rare in freshman housing. Whichever you're assigned, pack shower shoes and a carryable caddy, and coordinate shared items (fridge, mirror, rug) with roommates before move-in.
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