so I'm debating whether I should move onto campus when I go back to college. I took a bunch of classes at this university while I was in highschool and I took the semester off after graduating. and now I have the option of paying like thousands of dollars to move on campus or stay at home for a couple hundred. An apartment with roommates is kinda sketchy, and I'm not attached to any high yeilding bank account... so any advice from previous experience - living on campus, staying at home with a mom and sis for a fraction of the cost? Do you think it makes a big difference with the social scene, growing up or whatever? thanks for your time and highly anticipated help.
2006-10-10 18:15:02 · 6 answers · asked by TashaSSS 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I think you know the answer!
My daughter stayed in a dorm the first year and is now renting a house with lots of other people her second year, but she is out of state. She doesn't really like being with a lot of people, and has had to make concessions. She has to work to pay for it, so she basically goes to school, works, and does homework.
I would think if you were at home, you wouldn't have to work quite as much, and so would have more time to socialize.
Talk to your mom and tell her that you will help pay for xxxx things. Also tell her there will be times when you may be out later, and want the freedom to make that choice without following rigid rules. If you are paying for things that may entitle you to have more of a voice in your extracurricular activities!
2006-10-10 19:11:11 · answer #1 · answered by ewema 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd suggest the dorms. Most universities have a work program and depending on the job, instead of full pay 2/3s goes towards room & board. Living at home is not always the best,because it is very hard for your family to not treat you as they did while you were in High School. I should know, I moved back in after college to save up to move out and I had the same curfew at 20 as I did at 13. I was also paying them rent (mind you less than what an apartment would cost) & paying my student loans back. It was very difficult to save anything.
The dorms gave me the oppurtiunity to socialise, set my own schedule, etc. MInd you I was a bit upset with the fact that noone noticed if I didn't get up on time or leave the dorm all weekend, but that is the trade off. The summer I spent with roommates in an apartment was an unending hell. So if you do pick an apartment I say really know the people you are moving in with.
Good luck
2006-10-10 18:30:07 · answer #2 · answered by speranzacampbell 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it makes a difference. You may not be able to stay out late til the library closes(which is late) then swing by for a Java then come home late every day. It's also something about having your own space and being to say "So and So why don't you come over and chill tonight. No school tomorrow!"
My experience...
When I first went off to college 3 years ago I didn't stay in the dorms because I couldn't decide which school I wanted to go to, so all were full by the time I decided. I then had to get a student apartment with 2 other roommates which I did not know. They were on the verge of graduating and I was a freshman. It didn't go well for me. You miss out on a lot from just not having easy access to campus. Mingling is healthy. For a study group or whatever reason.
but hey if you're that much of a people person(like me) it's no problem. Just do you.
You'll have plenty of time to "grow up." College is not a growing up experience. After college is. Trust me.
2006-10-10 18:24:21 · answer #3 · answered by 2s2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It makes a huge difference on the social scene...but it depends on what is important to you. This appears to be a local college..so do you have alot of friends there already? Then it wouldnt really matter socially...but dorm and fraternity life are a HUGE part of the college experience if you want more out of it then just books and education.
You will definately benefit financially by staying at home...home cooked meals..clean laundry...these are growing pains most college kids go through...you wont have to.
I hope I helped..Its been a while since I went to school...I lived in a dorm then a sorority house. I absolutely loved it.
My sister stayed at home for the 1st 2 years...she had a different experience but a good one just the same.
2006-10-10 18:27:39 · answer #4 · answered by jessified 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It'll make a difference in your social scene because I doubt your mom will let you have parties at her house. The impact of your social status will be low though. (Plus, you'll probably get better grades since you'll have more study time and you don't have to worry about roommates that you're not used to.) After you get out of school, it won't make a difference. I would stay at home and save the cash.
2006-10-10 18:25:05 · answer #5 · answered by Mariposa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stay at home save your money
2006-10-10 18:22:53 · answer #6 · answered by bella 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋