FAU Dorm Rules and Gear

All gear here fits FAU's housing appliance limits.

FAU dorm appliance rules

Florida Atlantic University (Boca Raton) residence halls. Atlantic Park Towers and RH3 suites come with a fridge; IVA and UVA apartments have full kitchens.

Mini fridge Limits: 4.2 cu ft or smaller, in buildings without a provided fridge.
Microwave Allowed: Microwaves are permitted.
Power strips / surge protectors Not published: Not published.

Kitchen

Mini fridge Limits: 4.2 cu ft or smaller, in buildings without a provided fridge. personal refrigerator measuring 4.2 cubic feet or smaller
Microwave Allowed: Microwaves are permitted.
Coffee maker Limits: Coffee makers without exposed heating elements.
Keurig / single-serve Not published: Not published.
Electric kettle Not published: Not published.
Air fryer Not published: Not published.
Toaster / toaster oven Limits: Toaster ovens are permitted; toasters only in UVA and IVA apartments.
Rice cooker Not published: Not published.
Instant Pot / pressure cooker Limits: Crock pots are permitted.
Hot plate Not allowed: Not allowed.
Blender Allowed: Listed as allowed.
Indoor grill / griddle Limits: Small George Foreman-style grills with no exposed element.

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 published: Not published.
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 published: Not published.
Power strips / surge protectors Not published: Not published.
Halogen lamps Not published: Not published.
Desk lamp Not published: Not published.
String / LED lights Not published: Not published.
Candles / incense Not allowed: Unless wicks are clipped to the wax; also incense.
Wax warmers Not published: Not published.

Room

Lofts Not published: Not published.
Bed risers Not published: Not published.
Adhesive hooks / strips Not allowed: Adhesive products that damage walls are prohibited.
Over-the-door hooks Not published: Not published.

Official sources (2)

Policies change. Always confirm current rules with FAU Housing and Residential Learning. Rules verified Oct 9, 2026.

Mini fridges

FAU allows personal fridges of 4.2 cu ft or smaller where one is not provided.

Top Pick ✓ 4.2 cu ft or smaller

Upstreman 3.2 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer (BR321)

Best for: Most students who want a freezer

Capacity3.2 cu ft

Freezer0.3 cu ft

Size33.1" tall

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Best Value ✓ 4.2 cu ft or smaller

Upstreman 1.7 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer (FR17)

Best for: Tight budgets and small rooms

Capacity1.7 cu ft

FreezerBuilt-in

Size19.3" tall

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✓ 4.2 cu ft or smaller

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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✓ 4.2 cu ft or smaller

Igloo 3.2 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer

Best for: Sharing with a roommate

Capacity3.2 cu ft

Freezer0.2 cu ft

Size32.5" tall

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✓ 4.2 cu ft or smaller

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

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✓ 4.2 cu ft or smaller

EUHOMY 3.2 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer

Best for: Light sleepers

Capacity3.2 cu ft

Best for: The smallest footprint

Power700 W

Capacity0.6 cu ft

Width17.8"

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Coffee makers

FAU permits coffee makers without exposed heating elements.

Top Pick ✓ No exposed heating element

Keurig K-Express Single-Serve Coffee Maker

Best for: Fast pod coffee

Brews8–12 oz

TypeK-Cup pods

Power1000 W

Buy on Amazon

Best Value ✓ No exposed heating element

Elite Gourmet Personal Single-Serve Coffee Maker (EHC111A)

Best for: One mug with ground coffee

Brews14 oz

TypeGround coffee

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✓ No exposed heating element

Keurig K-Compact Single-Serve Coffee Maker

Best for: Slim pod brewer for small desks

Brews6–10 oz

TypeK-Cup pods

Power1000 W

Buy on Amazon

✓ No exposed heating element

Keurig K-Mini Mate Single-Serve Coffee Maker

Best for: Smallest footprint

Brews6–12 oz

TypeK-Cup pods

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Don't forget

Move-in basics that fit FAU housing rules.

Bed

Twin XL sheets

Amazon Basics Microfiber Twin XL Sheet Set

Check your bed size
Buy on Amazon
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
Buy on Amazon
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
Buy on Amazon

Small stuff

First-aid kit

BAND-AID Travel Ready First Aid Kit, 80 Pieces
Buy on Amazon
Laptop lock

Kensington Combination Laptop Cable Lock

Needs a lock slot
Buy on Amazon

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