Packing your kids off to college? The best thing you can provide for them is a good night's sleep (that, and an endless supply of ramen). But in a college dorm, quality shut-eye isn't always to find. That's why we've rounded up the essentials to turn a dorm room into a sleep sanctuary.

Starting with the bed. Our best mattress guide has a pick for every sleep style but for dorm room comfort on a budget, you can't beat the Siena Signature (from $159 at Siena). Alternatively, a mattress topper adds comfort for less, while the right sheets and pillows are affordable upgrades that make a big difference.

And let's not forget the real barrier to good sleep in college: the roommate. (Why are they always nocturnal?) Ear plugs and eye masks are a must-have, plus a good going-away gift for the college bound. Because sleep in college shouldn't be a privilege — it's the secret to better learning.

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