FREE SPEECH ZONE | College Housing

Print

When I first Stated this process of housing I thought about all types of housing but I thought about doing college housing because now today there are so many students graduating from high school who will soon be attending college. I have found out so many things about college like what kind of housing is available for students who’s going of to college, how will they pay for college housing, can a college student apply for low income, can their financial aid pay for their home. However, living outside of the university system has its advantages and disadvantages, freedoms and responsibilities. It’s important to get all the facts before you sign that first lease. There are also some livings off campus pros cons like the first thing to do before deciding to live off campus is to consider how you live and study. Apartment or house living will involves some trade-offs. Think about what’s important to you and put together your own pros and cons list. You might also want to do a side-by-side comparison of all of the expenses involved with living on vs. off campus. Here are some things that I found out about collage housing when researching your college choices; one of the top factors you should consider is cost of living, and housing. One may be excited to go to a particular college in a large community, or popular city, but that doesn’t always mean that housing will be affordable. Once you’ve decided upon a college you want to attend, there are a few basic things to consider, when finding a place to live. Then of course, living at home with mom and dad might be the most affordable option, but not necessarily the best. Some students think of their collage days as their time to explore life and living, while others are simply looking for an inexpensive place to live while in school. Weigh out your options carefully, and consider getting financial help from your parents, if that’s an option. This can significantly help you in lessening the amount you have to pay in the long run instead of taking out tons of school loans. That’s what I know about collage housing. When I was interviewing Ms, Alex Anderson she gave me lots of tips for college like Living off campus can be cheaper than university housing.

§ You’ll probably have more independence, freedom, privacy, and space.

§ Private apartments are usually quieter and have fewer distractions, and therefore, are better for studying.

Free Speech Zone

The Free Speech Zone offers a space for contributions from readers, without editing by the TC Daily Planet. This is an open forum for articles that otherwise might not find a place for publication, including news articles, opinion columns, announcements and even a few press releases.

§ Having a rental history will make it easier to get a place after you graduate. Plus, you’ll have real world experience.

§ You can make your own meals.

§ No more shared bathrooms (or at least not shared by as many).  She also said that it could be some bad things about college staying on campus like Living off campus can actually be more expensive. You’ve got the security deposit, first and last month’s rent utilities, furniture, furnishings, appliances, cleaning supplies, groceries, and transportation.

§ You’re on your own for Internet and cable TV connections.

§ You’ll have chores: renters usually spend more time grocery shopping, preparing meals, cleaning, and commuting than dorm dwellers.

§ You may be more isolated from campus and other students.

§ You’ll probably have more responsibilities and liabilities.

For yearlong leases, you may need to find someone to sublet your place during the summer. I Think about what’s important to you and put together your own pros and cons list. You might also want to do a side-by-side comparison of all of the expenses involved with living on vs. off campus. Here are some things that I found out about collage housing when researching your college choices; one of the top factors you should consider is cost of living, and housing. One may be excited to go to a particular college in a large community, or popular city, but that doesn’t always mean that housing will be affordable. Once you’ve decided upon a college you want to attend, there are a few basic things to consider, when finding a place to live.

College dorm rooms are usually pretty affordable, and can offer a taste of college life that most students are excited to explore. But, if you prefer an off campus setting, renting an apartment or renting a room in a house shared by other students might be a good financial decision. You might also consider making an investment, and purchasing a house or condo where the additional rooms can be rented out, lowering your cost of living and also providing the potential to make some money in the real estate market.

Then of course, living at home with mom and dad might be the most affordable option, but not necessarily the best. Some students think of their collage days as their time to explore life and living, while others are simply looking for an inexpensive place to live while in school. Weigh out your options carefully, and consider getting financial help from your parents, if that’s an option. This can significantly help you in lessening the amount you have to pay in the long run instead of taking out tons of school loans. That’s what I know about collage housing.