August
[]Make a checklist of everything you'll need for your dorm room. Different schools provide different things.[]Be sure to coordinate with future roommate(s) about who brings larger items, such as a couch or a TV.
[]Do back-to-school shopping-preferably not on the day before you leave.
[]Sign up for a cell-phone plan with free long-distance minutes. Comparison-shop with different providers, and see which ones offer the best service on campus or give student discounts.
[]Discuss banking options with your parents.
[]Look through your school's course guide and begin choosing classes.
[]Start packing-remember to label everything.
[]Consider different computer options and check with schools for requirements.
