The school’s published wording
“Refrigerator (4.4 cubic feet or less). Microwave (700 watt maximum).”
Source: UW Housing & Food Services — Move-In for 9-Month Housing · accessed 2026-07-09 · confidence high.
WA · reviewed 2026-07-09
University of Washington dorm appliance rules
Personal fridge up to 4.4 cu ft. Personal microwave up to 700 W. Here’s the school’s exact wording, with a link straight to the source.
4.4 cu ftmini-fridge
700 Wmicrowave
Publishes numeric capspolicy model
Notable banned or restricted items
From the same official source. Not exhaustive — read the full policy for your hall.
- halogen lamps
- space heaters
- air conditioners
- open-flame appliances (e.g. fondue pots)
- open-coil appliances (e.g. toasters, toaster ovens)
- full-size appliances
- dishwashers
- bidets/water spray hoses
- standalone mini refrigerator (must rent Microfridge combo instead)
Compliant picks
Products within University of Washington’s published limit
Within published limit Midea 3.1 Cu Ft Double Door Compact Refrigerator with Freezer (WHD-113FSS1)
3.1 cu ft3.1 cu ft is within this school's published 4.4 cu ft cap as of the source date. Confirm your specific hall.
Specs & buy links
Within published limit Frigidaire Retro 3.2 Cu. Ft. Mini Fridge (EFR376)
3.2 cu ft3.2 cu ft is within this school's published 4.4 cu ft cap as of the source date. Confirm your specific hall.
Specs & buy links
Within published limit Insignia 2.6 Cu. Ft. Mini Fridge (NS-CF26BK9)
2.6 cu ft2.6 cu ft is within this school's published 4.4 cu ft cap as of the source date. Confirm your specific hall.
Specs & buy links
Within published limit Danby Designer 4.4 Cu. Ft. Compact Refrigerator (DCR044A2BSLDD)
4.4 cu ft4.4 cu ft is within this school's published 4.4 cu ft cap as of the source date. Confirm your specific hall.
Specs & buy links
Within published limit BLACK+DECKER 4.3 Cu. Ft. Compact Refrigerator (BCRK43V)
4.3 cu ft4.3 cu ft is within this school's published 4.4 cu ft cap as of the source date. Confirm your specific hall.
Specs & buy links
Within published limit Midea 1.6 Cu. Ft. Compact Refrigerator (WHS-65LSS1)
1.6 cu ft1.6 cu ft is within this school's published 4.4 cu ft cap as of the source date. Confirm your specific hall.
Specs & buy links
Within published limit BLACK+DECKER 0.7 Cu Ft 700W Digital Microwave Oven (EM720CB7)
700 W · 0.7 cu ft700 W is within this school's published 700 W cap as of the source date.
Specs & buy links
Within published limit COMFEE' 0.7 Cu Ft 700W Countertop Microwave Oven (EM720CPL-PM)
700 W · 0.7 cu ft700 W is within this school's published 700 W cap as of the source date.
Specs & buy links
Within published limit Farberware Classic 0.7 Cu Ft 700W Countertop Microwave Oven (FMO07ABTBKA)
700 W · 0.7 cu ft700 W is within this school's published 700 W cap as of the source date.
Specs & buy links
Within published limit Nostalgia Retro 0.7 Cu Ft 700W Countertop Microwave Oven (RMO7AQ)
700 W · 0.7 cu ft700 W is within this school's published 700 W cap as of the source date.
Specs & buy links
Within published limit Koolatron 3.1 Cu Ft Compact Fridge + Total Chef 700W Microwave Combo
3.1 cu ft fridge · 700 W3.1 cu ft is within this school's published 4.4 cu ft cap as of the source date. Confirm your specific hall.
Specs & buy linksUniversity of Washington appliance FAQ
What size mini-fridge is allowed at University of Washington?
University of Washington's housing office publishes a personal-fridge cap of 4.4 cubic feet as of 2026-07-09. A store-bought fridge at or under that size is within the published limit; confirm your specific hall.
What microwave wattage is allowed at University of Washington?
University of Washington caps personal microwaves at 700 watts as of 2026-07-09.
Does being "within the published limit" guarantee University of Washington will allow the appliance?
No. It means the product’s published spec is at or under the school’s published cap as of the source date. Halls vary, rules change, and enforcement differs. Always confirm on the official housing page.
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