If you’re considering a move off campus, you’re not alone. Many schools require students to live in the dorms their first year on campus. But after the first year, many college students move from the dorms to off-campus housing.
To decide what’s right for you, we’ll help you consider the pluses and minuses of dorm living versus off-campus living, and will include tips about comparing costs, renting an apartment, and what to do if you get behind on your rent. We’ll also give you tips on how to handle the ups and downs of having roommates, and will provide resources that will give you more information about the issues you’ll encounter as you move off campus.