Baylor Dorm Rules and Gear

All gear here fits Baylor's housing appliance limits.

Baylor dorm appliance rules

Baylor University residence halls. Only apartments with kitchens may have a standalone microwave; every hall has a community kitchen.

Mini fridge Limits: One per room: UL approved, 1.5 A or less, 36 in tall or less, grounded. Plug directly into the wall.
Microwave Not allowed: Only in apartments with kitchens, or as a MicroFridge.
Power strips / surge protectors Limits: Surge protector with on/off switch, plugged directly into the wall.

Kitchen

Mini fridge Limits: One per room: UL approved, 1.5 A or less, 36 in tall or less, grounded. Plug directly into the wall. must be 1.5 amps or less, no more than 36 inches tall, and grounded
Microwave Not allowed: Only in apartments with kitchens, or as a MicroFridge.
Coffee maker Allowed: Personal coffee pot or Keurig, 12 cups or smaller. Personal coffee pots (no larger than 12 cups) including a Keurig
Keurig / single-serve Allowed: Keurig included (12 cups max).
Electric kettle Limits: Auto shut-off required. Electric kettles with automatic shut-off
Air fryer Allowed: Allowed in rooms and apartments (deep fryers are not). Air fryers
Toaster / toaster oven Not allowed: Pop-up toasters only in full-kitchen apartments; toaster ovens prohibited.
Rice cooker Not allowed: Not allowed in rooms without kitchens; allowed in apartments with full kitchens. Crockpots/ rice cookers
Instant Pot / pressure cooker Not allowed: Crockpots: not allowed in rooms without kitchens; allowed in apartments with full kitchens.
Hot plate Not allowed: Not allowed.
Blender Not published: Not published.
Indoor grill / griddle Not allowed: Foreman grills, skillets and griddles: not allowed in rooms without kitchens; Foreman grills and skillets allowed in full-kitchen apartments.

Personal care

Hair dryer Not published: Not published.
Straightener / curling iron Not published: Not published.
Clothes iron Not published: Not published.
Clothes steamer Allowed: Garment steamer is on the packing list.

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 Not allowed: Also multi-plug outlet covers.
Power strips / surge protectors Limits: Surge protector with on/off switch, plugged directly into the wall.
Halogen lamps Not allowed: Not allowed.
Desk lamp Allowed: Lamps with outlets are allowed.
String / LED lights Not published: Not published.
Candles / incense Not allowed: Unless the wick is completely removed.
Wax warmers Not published: Not published.

Room

Lofts Not published: Not published.
Bed risers Not allowed: Not allowed.
Adhesive hooks / strips Not allowed: No nails, screws or permanent adhesives.
Over-the-door hooks Not published: Not published.

Official sources (3)

Policies change. Always confirm current rules with Baylor Campus Living & Learning. Rules verified Oct 9, 2026.

Mini fridges

Baylor allows one UL fridge per room drawing 1.5 A or less and no more than 36 in tall. Each pick here is UL listed, rated under 1.5 A and 2.5 cu ft or smaller; check the height on the listing.

Top Pick ✓ UL, under 1.5 A, compact

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

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Air fryers

Baylor allows air fryers in rooms and apartments; only deep fryers are prohibited.

Top Pick ✓ Listed as allowed

Dash Tasti-Crisp 2.6 qt Air Fryer

Best for: Cooking for one or two

Capacity2.6 qt

Power1000 W

Size11.3" tall

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Best Value ✓ Listed as allowed

Chefman 2 qt Mini Air Fryer

Best for: Tight budgets and small desks

Capacity2 qt

Power900 W

Size8.3" tall

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✓ Listed as allowed

COSORI Lite 2.1 qt Air Fryer

Best for: Quick snacks and reheats

Capacity2.1 qt

Power900 W

Size10.5" tall

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✓ Listed as allowed

Instant Vortex Plus Mini 4 qt Air Fryer

Best for: Six cooking modes in a small body

Capacity4 qt

Power1600 W

Size11" tall

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✓ Listed as allowed

Ninja Air Fryer Pro 5 qt (AF141)

Best for: Meal prep for roommates

Capacity5 qt

Modes4-in-1

Size10.4" tall

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✓ Listed as allowed

COSORI Pro LE 5 qt Air Fryer

Best for: Larger batches

Capacity5 qt

Power1500 W

Size12" tall

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Coffee makers

Baylor lists a personal coffee pot or Keurig of 12 cups or smaller.

Top Pick ✓ 12 cups or smaller

Farberware 4-Cup Stainless Steel Coffee Percolator

Best for: Hot coffee that stays warm

Capacity4 cups

Power1000 W

TypePercolator

Buy on Amazon

Best Value ✓ 12 cups or smaller

Elite Gourmet 4-Cup Drip Coffee Maker (EHC4128)

Best for: Tight budgets

Capacity4 cups

Power650 W

TypeDrip

Buy on Amazon

✓ 12 cups or smaller

Mr. Coffee 4-Cup Switch Coffee Maker

Best for: A classic small drip brewer

Capacity4 cups

Power1200 W

TypeDrip

Buy on Amazon

✓ 12 cups or smaller

Brentwood 4-Cup Coffee Maker (TS-213)

Best for: A simple one-switch drip brewer

Capacity4 cups

TypeDrip

Size10.5" tall

Buy on Amazon

✓ 12 cups or smaller

Keurig K-Express Single-Serve Coffee Maker

Best for: Fast pod coffee

Brews8–12 oz

TypeK-Cup pods

Power1000 W

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✓ 12 cups or smaller

Keurig K-Compact Single-Serve Coffee Maker

Best for: Slim pod brewer for small desks

Brews6–10 oz

TypeK-Cup pods

Power1000 W

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Power strips

Baylor allows surge-protector strips with an on/off switch, plugged directly into the wall.

Top Pick ✓ Fits the limits

Tripp Lite Protect It! 6-Outlet Surge Protector (TLP606B)

Best for: Desk setups and chargers

Outlets6

Breaker15 A

Cord6 ft

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Best Value ✓ Fits the limits

GE 6-Outlet Surge Protector, 2 ft cord

Best for: Tight budgets and short reaches

Outlets6

BreakerBuilt-in

Cord2 ft

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✓ Fits the limits

Tripp Lite Protect It! 8-Outlet Flat-Plug Surge Protector (TLP808B)

Best for: Outlets behind beds and dressers

Outlets8

Breaker15 A

PlugFlat

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✓ Fits the limits

Tripp Lite Protect It! 6-Outlet Surge Protector with USB (TLP606USBB)

Best for: Charging phones without extra bricks

Outlets6 + 2 USB

Breaker15 A

Cord6 ft

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✓ Fits the limits

Tripp Lite 8-Outlet Flat-Plug Surge Protector with USB (TLP88USBB)

Best for: Gaming and desk setups with lots of plugs

Outlets8 + 2 USB

Breaker15 A

Cord8 ft

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Don't forget

Move-in basics that fit Baylor housing rules.

Bed

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
Buy on Amazon
Mattress protector

Utopia Bedding Waterproof Twin XL Mattress Protector

Waterproof, Twin XL
Buy on Amazon
Bed shelf

BedShelfie Bedside Shelf with Cable Catch

Clips to the bed frame
Buy on Amazon

Bath & laundry

Shower caddy

Attmu Mesh Shower Caddy, 9 Pockets

Mesh, quick-drying
Buy on Amazon
Shower shoes

Xomiboe Quick-Dry Shower Shoes
Buy on Amazon
Towels

Amazon Basics 6-Piece Cotton Towel Set
Buy on Amazon
Laundry hamper

Handy Laundry Pop-Up Mesh Hamper

Pops up, folds flat
Buy on Amazon

Room & desk

Desk lamp

Lampat Dimmable LED Desk Lamp

LED, no halogen
Buy on Amazon
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
Buy on Amazon
Door mirror

SCWF-GZ Full-Length Over-the-Door Mirror

Hangs over the door
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Small stuff

Command strips

Command Large Picture Hanging Strips

Removable only
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First-aid kit

BAND-AID Travel Ready First Aid Kit, 80 Pieces
Buy on Amazon
Power strip with USB

Tripp Lite 6-Outlet Surge Protector with 2 USB Ports

UL, built-in breaker
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Laptop lock

Kensington Combination Laptop Cable Lock

Needs a lock slot
Buy on Amazon

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