University of Cincinnati

📍 Cincinnati, OH

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Personal refrigerators are prohibited

Cincinnati does not allow personal refrigerators, beds, mattresses or lofts. Many communities already include a microwave-refrigerator combination.

Bed and room basics

Most beds take Twin XL bedding, though some communities use Full. Room type, bathroom, kitchen, air conditioning and storage vary by community, so wait for the exact assignment before buying bedding, rugs, organizers, furniture or shared appliances. University furniture stays in the room.

Pack these first

Bedding in the size the assigned community uses
Towels and bathroom supplies for the assigned layout
Laundry and cleaning items
A fan
Surge protection

Rules and smart skips

Personal refrigerators, beds, mattresses and lofts are prohibited.
Air conditioners, heaters, air fryers, toaster ovens and hot plates are not allowed.
Halogen lighting, candles, incense, diffusers and wireless routers are also prohibited.

Before move-in

Move-in dates and times arrive with the housing assignment.
Follow the portal selection, community service-center instructions, parking route and current access requirements.
Complete the room-condition record before rearranging anything.

Official sources

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DormHQ is an independent planning resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of Cincinnati. School names are used only to identify the housing information being summarized. Housing details change, so always confirm specifics in the official university housing portal before purchasing size-specific items.