College Living FAQ

What do I need to bring to my College dorm or College apartment? 

We’ve done the work for you and created a checklist you can download and print to check off items as you shop. We’ve included everything you need from dorm room essentials like bedding and sheets to the fun stuff like decor, wall art and dorm furniture!

When should I start shopping for college?

It’s never too early to start shopping for everything you need to bring to college! Download our College Checklist to help you check items off as you go.

How do I get everything to my college?

Many colleges have specific guidelines on where you can ship packages and when they will be accepted, especially prior to move-in week. Check-in directly with your school to make sure you are aware of any policies for receiving packages to your mailroom.

Where can I get inspiration on how to decorate my room?

Check out our Shop the Design pages where you can browse collections of curated products from top interior designers – filter by room or even by style.

What is a gift registry?

A gift registry is an online wish list you can build for any milestone or celebration. By creating a Bed Bath & Beyond gift registry, you can add as many items as you like and share it with loved ones so they can find the gifts you want and need.

How does the gift registry work?

Click the “Create” button above, follow the sign-up process and then start shopping on the Bed Bath & Beyond website. When you see an item you love, select the “Add to Registry” button to add it to your gift registry.

How do I access my gift registry?

You can access your gift registry on the Bed Bath & Beyond website by clicking on the “Gift Registry” tab then “Manage a Registry.”

How do I share my gift registry with family and friends?

Once you’ve logged into your registry account, go to “Dashboard” then click “Share Your Gift Registry” to see all of the sharing options.

Does Bed Bath & Beyond accept returns?

You can set up a return for most new and unused products within 30 days of delivery. For more details, please review our Standard Return Policy. Bed Bath & Beyond purchases made before August 1st, 2023 are considered final sale and cannot be returned.

What if I need more information on a product?

Our product information is provided by our suppliers and is complete to the best of our knowledge. If more information is needed, please submit your questions via the Q & A section of the product page.

When will my order ship?

In general, your item should ship within 1-2 business days and should be delivered to you within 6 business days of your order. Please know this timeframe does not apply to Oversized items, custom made items, and others as indicated on the product page.

How long do I have to cancel an order?

You may cancel your order any time before the order has been processed (usually within 60 minutes) by clicking the “Cancel Order” button on your MyAccount page. After the order has been processed, the “Cancel Order” button will be removed, and we cannot cancel the order. You may submit a cancellation request after the order has been processed via your MyAccount page using the “Request Cancellation” button. However, please be aware that these cancellations are not guaranteed.