Top Pick ✓ Under 5 cu ft
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
UCF Dorm Rules and Gear
All gear here fits UCF's housing appliance limits.
UCF dorm appliance rules
UCF residence halls and apartment-style communities (Orlando). Apartment kitchens allow a few extra appliances.
- Mini fridge Limits
- Under 5 cu ft. Larger refrigerators are not allowed, even unplugged.
- Microwave Limits
- Under 1,000 W. Appliances over 1,000 W are not allowed.
- Power strips / surge protectors Limits
- UL approved, 120 V, built-in circuit breaker, 6 ft cord max and 6 outlets max.
Kitchen
- Mini fridge Limits
- Under 5 cu ft. Larger refrigerators are not allowed, even unplugged.
Refrigerators exceeding five cubic feet are prohibited even if unplugged.
- Microwave Limits
- Under 1,000 W. Appliances over 1,000 W are not allowed.
Appliances exceeding 1,000 watts are prohibited.
- Coffee maker Limits
- A single-serving coffee maker is on the packing list.
- Keurig / single-serve Allowed
- A single-serving coffee maker is on the packing list.
- Electric kettle Not published
- Not published.
- Air fryer Not allowed
- Apartment-style kitchens only.
- Toaster / toaster oven Not allowed
- Apartment-style kitchens only.
- Rice cooker Not allowed
- Apartment-style kitchens only.
- Instant Pot / pressure cooker Not allowed
- Crock pots are apartment-kitchen only; induction devices are not allowed.
- Hot plate Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Blender Not published
- Not published.
- Indoor grill / griddle Not allowed
- George Foreman grills are apartment-style 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 published
- Not published.
Power & lighting
- Extension cords Limits
- UL, three prongs and an internal circuit breaker; not under carpet or furniture.
- Power strips / surge protectors Limits
- UL approved, 120 V, built-in circuit breaker, 6 ft cord max and 6 outlets max.
- Halogen lamps Not allowed
- Halogen, octopus and torchiere lamps are not allowed.
- Desk lamp Allowed
- On the packing list.
- String / LED lights Limits
- String lights are allowed around windows. LED lights must be on a timer; adhesive-backed LED strips are not allowed.
- Candles / incense Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Wax warmers Not allowed
- Candle and wax warmers and scented plug-ins are not allowed.
Room
- Lofts Not allowed
- Beds may not be raised or lofted; mattresses are set to the highest level before move-in.
- Bed risers Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Adhesive hooks / strips Allowed
- Command strips are on the packing list; UCF suggests painter’s tape for decorations.
- Over-the-door hooks Not published
- Not published.
- Hanging shower caddy Not allowed
- Not allowed; bring a standing shower caddy or tote.
Official sources (3)
Policies change. Always confirm current rules with UCF Housing and Residence Life. Rules verified Oct 9, 2026.
Mini fridges
UCF allows mini fridges under 5 cu ft; bigger ones are prohibited even unplugged.
Best Value ✓ Under 5 cu ft
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
✓ Under 5 cu ft
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
✓ Under 5 cu ft
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
✓ Under 5 cu ft
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
✓ Under 5 cu ft
EUHOMY 3.2 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer
Best for: Light sleepers
Capacity3.2 cu ft
Noise38 dB
Size31.1" tall
Microwaves
UCF allows microwaves under 1,000 W, and appliances over 1,000 W are prohibited.
Top Pick ✓ Under 1,000 W
COMFEE' 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (EM720CPL-PMB)
Best for: Everyday reheating
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
Best Value ✓ Under 1,000 W
Chefman 0.7 cu ft Compact Microwave
Best for: Tight budgets
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.5"
✓ Under 1,000 W
Commercial Chef 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM770B)
Best for: Simple one-touch controls
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.6"
✓ Under 1,000 W
Farberware 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave
Best for: Multi-stage cooking
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
✓ Under 1,000 W
Toshiba 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (MM-EM07PA)
Best for: A trusted brand name
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.1"
✓ Under 1,000 W
Commercial Chef 0.6 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM660B)
Best for: The smallest footprint
Power700 W
Capacity0.6 cu ft
Width17.8"
Coffee makers
A single-serving coffee maker is on UCF's packing list, and appliances over 1,000 W are prohibited.
Top Pick ✓ Single-serve, 1,000 W max
Keurig K-Express Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Best for: Fast pod coffee
Brews8–12 oz
TypeK-Cup pods
Power1000 W
Best Value ✓ Single-serve, 1,000 W max
Keurig K-Compact Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Best for: Slim pod brewer for small desks
Brews6–10 oz
TypeK-Cup pods
Power1000 W
Power strips
UCF requires power strips that are UL approved with a built-in circuit breaker, a cord of 6 ft or less and no more than 6 outlets.
Top Pick ✓ UL, breaker, 6 outlets, 6 ft
Tripp Lite Protect It! 6-Outlet Surge Protector (TLP606B)
Best for: Desk setups and chargers
Outlets6
Breaker15 A
Cord6 ft
Best Value ✓ UL, breaker, 6 outlets, 6 ft
GE 6-Outlet Surge Protector, 2 ft cord
Best for: Tight budgets and short reaches
Outlets6
BreakerBuilt-in
Cord2 ft
✓ UL, breaker, 6 outlets, 6 ft
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, breaker, 6 outlets, 6 ft
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 UCF 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
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
Tote style, not hanging
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
On UCF's packing list
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
On UCF's packing list
Buy on Amazon -
First-aid kit
BAND-AID Travel Ready First Aid Kit, 80 Pieces
On UCF's packing list
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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