Choosing to Live on Campus or at Home

Living on campus

May make it easier to meet people and feel part of the college community

Living with a roommate in a dorm can either enhance a college experience or be challenging for some students

Living in a dorm can be confining and lacking in privacy for some students

Residential living can add to the overall cost of your education

Living at home

May help students stay focused on their studies

Can be more economical

Students may find it difficult to be socially active on campus

Some students may feel a lack of independence when living at home

Students living at home and commuting to campus will need to be mindful of their schedules and account for the time to commute back and forth

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