Tips for Choosing Between On and Off Campus Housing |
Posted: May 26, 2018 |
For college students, choosing housing is almost as important as choosing a major. Generally, there are two basic housing options: on-campus or off-campus. Most students don’t know how to choose between the two, causing many to settle. However, there are some considerations that can prevent settling on either of these housing options. Below are a few tips that can help you choose between the two. Consider the Convenience Whether on or off campus, all St. Catharine’s student housing offers some convenience. However, this convenience differs depending on where you live. For example, dorm-living is more convenient than apartment-living. This makes it beneficial to first-year students and students who want less responsibility. Some of the conveniences of on-campus living, include:
On the other hand, off-campus housing has its own set of unique conveniences. For example:
Consider the Commute Obviously, on-campus housing is much closer to a university than off-campus housing. However, places like Regent Student Living offers St. Catharine’s student housing that’s in walking distance of the campus. So, students can reap the benefits of off-campus living while residing only minutes away from their university. But living on-campus is as close as you can get to your classes, the library and more. Consider Any Extra Costs No matter where you live, extra costs can add up and make your accommodations more expensive. When living on campus, essentially all standard costs are covered. But you might have to pay for extras, especially ‘luxury’ items, such as certain amenities, parking spots, furnishings or room types. For students living in off-campus housing, extras can be defined as basic utilities, fees for amenities, transportation to and from school, groceries, and even insurance. Unfortunately, these extra costs can make off-campus living too expensive for some students. However, most off-campus, university-approved housing is all-inclusive, so you’ll save money on utilities. Plus, sharing expenses with roommates can make living off campus much more affordable. This is a luxury that isn’t available when living on campus.
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