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
Southeastern Dorm Rules and Gear
All gear here fits Southeastern's housing appliance limits.
Southeastern dorm appliance rules
Southeastern Louisiana University residence halls, Southeastern Oaks apartments and The Village (Hammond). Ascension, Twelve Oaks and Southeastern Oaks already provide a fridge and microwave.
- Mini fridge Limits
- Up to 5 cu ft; not allowed in Ascension, Twelve Oaks or Southeastern Oaks (provided).
- Microwave Limits
- 1,000 W maximum; not allowed where provided (Ascension, Twelve Oaks, Southeastern Oaks).
- Power strips / surge protectors Not published
- Not published.
Kitchen
- Mini fridge Limits
- Up to 5 cu ft; not allowed in Ascension, Twelve Oaks or Southeastern Oaks (provided).
Mini-refridgerator up to 5 cubic feet in size (except where already provided, see above).
- Microwave Limits
- 1,000 W maximum; not allowed where provided (Ascension, Twelve Oaks, Southeastern Oaks).
Microwaves (1000 watt maximum).
- Coffee maker Limits
- Automatic shut-off required.
Beverage/Coffee Maker with an automatic shutoff.
- Keurig / single-serve Not published
- Not published.
- Electric kettle Not published
- Not published.
- Air fryer Limits
- Allowed without a pressure-cooking feature.
Air Fryer (without the pressure cooking feature).
- Toaster / toaster oven Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Rice cooker Allowed
- Listed as allowed.
- Instant Pot / pressure cooker Not allowed
- Pressure cookers including Instant Pots.
- Hot plate Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Blender Not published
- Not published.
- Indoor grill / griddle Not published
- Not published.
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
- Also kerosene and propane heaters.
- Fan Not published
- Not published.
- Air purifier Not published
- Not published.
- Humidifier Not published
- Not published.
- Window / portable AC Not allowed
- Window units.
Power & lighting
- Extension cords Limits
- No industrial-grade cords, and never with major appliances.
- Power strips / surge protectors Not published
- Not published.
- Halogen lamps Not allowed
- Halogen and torch-style lamps.
- Desk lamp Not published
- Not published.
- String / LED lights Limits
- LED wall lights mounted with tape or adhesive are prohibited.
- Candles / incense Not allowed
- Also incense and matches/lighters.
- Wax warmers Not published
- Not published.
Room
- Lofts Not published
- Not published.
- Bed risers Limits
- Only in St. Tammany, Washington, Pride, Hammond, Taylor, Tangipahoa, Livingston and Louisiana Halls; high-density polyethylene, 6 in max.
- Adhesive hooks / strips Not allowed
- All adhesive strips and hooks (Command, mounting tape, putty); use painter's tape or thumb tacks.
- Over-the-door hooks Limits
- One plastic over-the-door hanger.
- Scooter storage Not allowed
- Electric scooters may not be used, stored or charged in any university building, including all housing.
Official sources (2)
Policies change. Always confirm current rules with Southeastern University Housing. Rules verified Oct 9, 2026.
Mini fridges
Southeastern allows mini fridges up to 5 cu ft, except where one is provided.
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
Southeastern allows microwaves up to 1,000 W, except where one is provided.
Top Pick ✓ 1,000 W or less
COMFEE' 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (EM720CPL-PMB)
Best for: Everyday reheating
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
Best Value ✓ 1,000 W or less
Chefman 0.7 cu ft Compact Microwave
Best for: Tight budgets
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.5"
✓ 1,000 W or less
Commercial Chef 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM770B)
Best for: Simple one-touch controls
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.6"
✓ 1,000 W or less
Farberware 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave
Best for: Multi-stage cooking
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
✓ 1,000 W or less
Toshiba 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (MM-EM07PA)
Best for: A trusted brand name
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.1"
✓ 1,000 W or less
Commercial Chef 0.6 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM660B)
Best for: The smallest footprint
Power700 W
Capacity0.6 cu ft
Width17.8"
Air fryers
Air fryers are allowed if they have no pressure-cooking feature.
Top Pick ✓ Fits the limits
Dash Tasti-Crisp 2.6 qt Air Fryer
Best for: Cooking for one or two
Capacity2.6 qt
Power1000 W
Size11.3" tall
Best Value ✓ Fits the limits
Chefman 2 qt Mini Air Fryer
Best for: Tight budgets and small desks
Capacity2 qt
Power900 W
Size8.3" tall
✓ Fits the limits
COSORI Lite 2.1 qt Air Fryer
Best for: Quick snacks and reheats
Capacity2.1 qt
Power900 W
Size10.5" tall
✓ Fits the limits
Instant Vortex Plus Mini 4 qt Air Fryer
Best for: Six cooking modes in a small body
Capacity4 qt
Power1600 W
Size11" tall
✓ Fits the limits
Ninja Air Fryer Pro 5 qt (AF141)
Best for: Meal prep for roommates
Capacity5 qt
Modes4-in-1
Size10.4" tall
✓ Fits the limits
COSORI Pro LE 5 qt Air Fryer
Best for: Larger batches
Capacity5 qt
Power1500 W
Size12" tall
Coffee makers
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
Don't forget
Move-in basics that fit Southeastern 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
No halogen or torch lamps
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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
Buy on Amazon
Small stuff
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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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