Top Pick ✓ 5 cu ft or less
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
LSU Dorm Rules and Gear
All gear here fits LSU's housing appliance limits.
LSU dorm appliance rules
Louisiana State University residence halls and apartments (Baton Rouge). Toasters, grills and waffle irons are allowed only in apartment kitchens.
- Mini fridge Limits
- Up to 5 cu ft with running wattage under 150 W; plug directly into the wall.
- Microwave Limits
- Under 800 W and less than 1 cu ft; plug directly into the wall.
- Power strips / surge protectors Limits
- UL-listed with a built-in 15-amp circuit breaker.
Kitchen
- Mini fridge Limits
- Up to 5 cu ft with running wattage under 150 W; plug directly into the wall.
Refrigerator up to 5 cubic feet in size with a running wattage of less than 150 watts
- Microwave Limits
- Under 800 W and less than 1 cu ft; plug directly into the wall.
Microwave under 800 watts and less than one cubic foot
- Coffee maker Limits
- Automatic shut-off required.
Beverage and coffee maker with an automatic shut-off
- Keurig / single-serve Limits
- Automatic shut-off required.
- Electric kettle Not published
- Not published.
- Air fryer Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Toaster / toaster oven Not allowed
- Apartment kitchens only; not in residence halls.
- Rice cooker Allowed
- Listed as allowed.
- Instant Pot / pressure cooker Not published
- Not published.
- Hot plate Not allowed
- Hot plates and waffle irons with auto shutoff: apartment kitchens only.
- Blender Not published
- Not published.
- Indoor grill / griddle Not allowed
- Electric indoor grills with auto shutoff: apartment kitchens 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 allowed
- Also portable air units and ceiling fans.
Power & lighting
- Extension cords Limits
- UL, 16 AWG copper minimum, three-prong; one per outlet, never chained, not for high-wattage devices.
- Power strips / surge protectors Limits
- UL-listed with a built-in 15-amp circuit breaker.
Only power strips with built-in circuit breakers (UL-listed, 15-amp rating) may be used
- Halogen lamps Not allowed
- Halogen lamps and bulbs.
- Desk lamp Not published
- Not published.
- String / LED lights Not published
- Not published.
- Candles / incense Not allowed
- Battery candles, reed diffusers and plug-ins are allowed.
- Wax warmers Not allowed
- Candle and wax warmers.
Room
- Lofts Not allowed
- Only university lofting by request.
- Bed risers Not allowed
- Bed risers not provided by Residential Life are prohibited.
Bed risers and lofts not provided by the Department of Residential Life are prohibited.
- Adhesive hooks / strips Limits
- Command-type strips only in halls listed for them (push pins in the rest); nothing may leave residue.
- Over-the-door hooks Not published
- Not published.
- Scooter storage Not allowed
- E-scooters, e-bikes, hoverboards and e-skateboards may not be used, stored or charged inside Residential Life communities.
Official sources (1)
Policies change. Always confirm current rules with LSU Residential Life. Rules verified Oct 9, 2026.
Mini fridges
LSU allows fridges up to 5 cu ft running under 150 W, plugged directly into the wall.
Best Value ✓ 5 cu ft or less
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
✓ 5 cu ft 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
✓ 5 cu ft or less
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
✓ 5 cu ft 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
✓ 5 cu ft or less
EUHOMY 3.2 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer
Best for: Light sleepers
Capacity3.2 cu ft
Noise38 dB
Size31.1" tall
Microwaves
LSU microwaves must be under 800 W and under 1 cu ft.
Top Pick ✓ Under 800 W, under 1 cu ft
COMFEE' 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (EM720CPL-PMB)
Best for: Everyday reheating
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
Best Value ✓ Under 800 W, under 1 cu ft
Chefman 0.7 cu ft Compact Microwave
Best for: Tight budgets
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.5"
✓ Under 800 W, under 1 cu ft
Commercial Chef 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM770B)
Best for: Simple one-touch controls
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.6"
✓ Under 800 W, under 1 cu ft
Farberware 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave
Best for: Multi-stage cooking
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
✓ Under 800 W, under 1 cu ft
Toshiba 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (MM-EM07PA)
Best for: A trusted brand name
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.1"
✓ Under 800 W, under 1 cu ft
Commercial Chef 0.6 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM660B)
Best for: The smallest footprint
Power700 W
Capacity0.6 cu ft
Width17.8"
Coffee makers
LSU coffee makers need an automatic shut-off.
Top Pick ✓ Auto shut-off
Keurig K-Express Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Best for: Fast pod coffee
Brews8–12 oz
TypeK-Cup pods
Power1000 W
Best Value ✓ Auto shut-off
Amazon Basics 5-Cup Drip Coffee Maker
Best for: Budget brewer with 2-hour auto shut-off
Capacity5 cups
TypeDrip
Shut-offAutomatic
✓ Auto shut-off
Keurig K-Compact Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Best for: Slim pod brewer for small desks
Brews6–10 oz
TypeK-Cup pods
Power1000 W
✓ Auto shut-off
Mr. Coffee 5-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker
Best for: Coffee ready when you wake up
Capacity5 cups
TypeDrip
Shut-offAutomatic
Rice cookers
Listed as allowed.
Top Pick ✓ Listed as allowed
AROMA Digital Rice Cooker, 4-cup uncooked (ARC-914SBD)
Best for: Rice, grains and steamed veggies
Capacity4 cups uncooked
Power350 W
TypeDigital
Best Value ✓ Listed as allowed
Dash Mini Rice Cooker, 2-cup
Best for: Single servings on a budget
Capacity2 cups
PotCeramic nonstick
Size6.5" tall
✓ Listed as allowed
AROMA Rice Cooker, 3-cup uncooked (ARC-363NG)
Best for: One-switch simplicity
Capacity3 cups uncooked
Power500 W
TypeOne-touch
✓ Listed as allowed
Zojirushi 3-cup Rice Cooker/Steamer (NHS-06)
Best for: Consistent results for years
Capacity3 cups uncooked
Power300 W
TypeOne-touch
✓ Listed as allowed
Toshiba Mini Rice Cooker, 3-cup uncooked (TRCS02)
Best for: Fuzzy-logic cooking and a delay timer
Capacity3 cups uncooked
Power460 W
TypeFuzzy logic
✓ Listed as allowed
AROMA Rice Cooker and Steamer, 3-cup uncooked (ARC-363-1NGB)
Best for: Steaming veggies while the rice cooks
Capacity3 cups uncooked
Power300 W
ExtraSteam tray
Power strips
LSU allows only UL strips with a built-in 15 A breaker.
Top Pick ✓ UL + circuit breaker
Tripp Lite Protect It! 6-Outlet Surge Protector (TLP606B)
Best for: Desk setups and chargers
Outlets6
Breaker15 A
Cord6 ft
Best Value ✓ UL + circuit breaker
GE 6-Outlet Surge Protector, 2 ft cord
Best for: Tight budgets and short reaches
Outlets6
BreakerBuilt-in
Cord2 ft
✓ UL + circuit breaker
Tripp Lite Protect It! 8-Outlet Flat-Plug Surge Protector (TLP808B)
Best for: Outlets behind beds and dressers
Outlets8
Breaker15 A
PlugFlat
✓ UL + circuit breaker
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
✓ UL + circuit breaker
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
✓ UL + circuit breaker
GE 6-Outlet Power Strip with Circuit Breaker (14831)
Best for: Lamps and chargers on the tightest budget
Outlets6
Breaker15 A
Cord2 ft
Don't forget
Move-in basics that fit LSU housing rules.
Bed
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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
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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
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Desk lamp
Lampat Dimmable LED Desk Lamp
No halogen bulbs
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
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Command strips
Command Large Picture Hanging Strips
Removable adhesive strips
Buy on Amazon -
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
Buy on Amazon -
Laptop lock
Kensington Combination Laptop Cable Lock
Needs a lock slot
Buy on Amazon
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