Top Pick ✓ 4.6 cu ft, 2 A or less
Midea 1.6 cu ft Compact Refrigerator (WHS-65LB1)
Best for: Fitting under a lofted bed or desk
Capacity1.6 cu ft
NoiseUnder 42 dB
Size19.4" tall
A-State Dorm Rules and Gear
All gear here fits A-State's housing appliance limits.
A-State dorm appliance rules
Arkansas State University residence halls and apartments (Jonesboro). Cooking appliances are limited to designated kitchens in Collegiate Park, Pack Place, Red Wolf Den, Greek Village, The Circle and The Village.
- Mini fridge Limits
- UL listed, 4.6 cu ft or less and 2 running amps or less. Never plug into a power tap or extension cord.
- Microwave Limits
- UL listed, 900 W or less.
- Power strips / surge protectors Not published
- Not published.
Kitchen
- Mini fridge Limits
- UL listed, 4.6 cu ft or less and 2 running amps or less. Never plug into a power tap or extension cord.
may not exceed 4.6 cubic feet or 2 running amps
- Microwave Limits
- UL listed, 900 W or less.
may not exceed 900 Watts
- Coffee maker Limits
- UL-listed coffee makers allowed in any residence.
- Keurig / single-serve Not published
- Not published.
- Electric kettle Limits
- UL-listed water kettles allowed in any residence.
- Air fryer Not allowed
- Arkansas, Kays, University Hall, LLCs and Northpark Quads: banned. Apartments: kitchen area only.
- Toaster / toaster oven Not allowed
- Banned in Arkansas, Kays, University Hall, the LLCs and Northpark Quads; apartment kitchen areas only elsewhere.
- Rice cooker Not published
- Not published.
- Instant Pot / pressure cooker Not allowed
- Instant Pots and pressure cookers banned in every residence; CrockPots apartment kitchens only.
- Hot plate Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Blender Allowed
- Listed as allowed.
- Indoor grill / griddle Not allowed
- Griddles and George Foreman-style grills: apartment kitchen areas only.
Personal care
- Hair dryer Not published
- Not published.
- Straightener / curling iron Not published
- Not published.
- Clothes iron Not published
- Not published.
- Clothes steamer Not published
- Not published.
Climate
- Space heater Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Fan Not published
- Not published.
- Air purifier Not published
- Not published.
- Humidifier Not published
- Not published.
- Window / portable AC Not published
- Not published.
Power & lighting
- Extension cords Limits
- UL listed; never into another cord, a large appliance or a surge protector.
- Power strips / surge protectors Not published
- Not published.
- Halogen lamps Not allowed
- Also lava and sun lamps.
- Desk lamp Allowed
- LED desk lamps.
- String / LED lights Allowed
- LED light strips.
- Candles / incense Not allowed
- No open flames.
- Wax warmers Not published
- Not published.
Room
- Lofts Not published
- Not published.
- Bed risers Not published
- Not published.
- Adhesive hooks / strips Not published
- Not published.
- Over-the-door hooks Not published
- Not published.
- Scooter storage Not allowed
- Electric hoverboards, scooters, bikes and similar devices are prohibited in residential facilities.
Official sources (2)
Policies change. Always confirm current rules with A-State University Housing. Rules verified Oct 9, 2026.
Mini fridges
A-State allows UL fridges up to 4.6 cu ft and 2 running amps.
Best Value ✓ 4.6 cu ft, 2 A or less
BLACK+DECKER 1.7 cu ft Compact Refrigerator (BCRK17W)
Best for: Low-amp pick for strict power limits
Capacity1.7 cu ft
FreezerBuilt-in
Size19.7" tall
✓ 4.6 cu ft, 2 A or less
BLACK+DECKER 3.2 cu ft Compact Refrigerator (BCRK32B)
Best for: A bigger freezer section
Capacity3.2 cu ft
Freezer0.9 cu ft
Size32.7" tall
✓ 4.6 cu ft, 2 A or less
BLACK+DECKER 2.5 cu ft Compact Refrigerator (BCRK25W)
Best for: Small rooms with a per-person size cap
Capacity2.5 cu ft
FreezerBuilt-in
Size26.6" tall
Microwaves
A-State allows UL microwaves up to 900 W.
Top Pick ✓ Fits 900 W limit
COMFEE' 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (EM720CPL-PMB)
Best for: Everyday reheating
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
Best Value ✓ Fits 900 W limit
Chefman 0.7 cu ft Compact Microwave
Best for: Tight budgets
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.5"
✓ Fits 900 W limit
Commercial Chef 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM770B)
Best for: Simple one-touch controls
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.6"
✓ Fits 900 W limit
Farberware 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave
Best for: Multi-stage cooking
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
✓ Fits 900 W limit
Toshiba 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (MM-EM07PA)
Best for: A trusted brand name
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.1"
✓ Fits 900 W limit
Commercial Chef 0.6 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM660B)
Best for: The smallest footprint
Power700 W
Capacity0.6 cu ft
Width17.8"
Coffee makers
UL-listed coffee makers are allowed in any A-State residence.
Top Pick ✓ Fits the limits
Farberware 4-Cup Stainless Steel Coffee Percolator
Best for: Hot coffee that stays warm
Capacity4 cups
Power1000 W
TypePercolator
Best Value ✓ Fits the limits
Elite Gourmet 4-Cup Drip Coffee Maker (EHC4128)
Best for: Tight budgets
Capacity4 cups
Power650 W
TypeDrip
✓ Fits the limits
Mr. Coffee 4-Cup Switch Coffee Maker
Best for: A classic small drip brewer
Capacity4 cups
Power1200 W
TypeDrip
✓ Fits the limits
Brentwood 4-Cup Coffee Maker (TS-213)
Best for: A simple one-switch drip brewer
Capacity4 cups
TypeDrip
Size10.5" tall
✓ Fits the limits
Keurig K-Express Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Best for: Fast pod coffee
Brews8–12 oz
TypeK-Cup pods
Power1000 W
✓ Fits the limits
Keurig K-Compact Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Best for: Slim pod brewer for small desks
Brews6–10 oz
TypeK-Cup pods
Power1000 W
Don't forget
Move-in basics that fit A-State housing rules.
Bed
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Twin XL sheets
Amazon Basics Microfiber Twin XL Sheet Set
Check your bed size
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Mattress topper
Bedsure Twin XL Mattress Pad
Twin XL size
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Mattress protector
Utopia Bedding Waterproof Twin XL Mattress Protector
Waterproof, Twin XL
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Bed shelf
BedShelfie Bedside Shelf with Cable Catch
Clips to the bed frame
Buy on Amazon
Bath & laundry
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Shower caddy
Attmu Mesh Shower Caddy, 9 Pockets
Mesh, quick-drying
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Shower shoes
Xomiboe Quick-Dry Shower Shoes
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Towels
Amazon Basics 6-Piece Cotton Towel Set
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Laundry hamper
Handy Laundry Pop-Up Mesh Hamper
Pops up, folds flat
Buy on Amazon
Room & desk
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Desk lamp
Lampat Dimmable LED Desk Lamp
LED only
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Under-bed storage
Amazon Basics Under-Bed Storage Bags
Slides under the bed
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Over-door hooks
FYY Over-the-Door Hooks, 4-Pack
No nails or tacks
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Door mirror
SCWF-GZ Full-Length Over-the-Door Mirror
Hangs over the door
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Small stuff
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Command strips
Command Large Picture Hanging Strips
Removable adhesive strips
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First-aid kit
BAND-AID Travel Ready First Aid Kit, 80 Pieces
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Laptop lock
Kensington Combination Laptop Cable Lock
Needs a lock slot
Buy on Amazon
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