Dorm vs. Affiliated Housing

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By Angela Ely —

Living on campus allows students to fully immerse themselves in the college environment. Living off campus lets students be dip their toes in the college environment, while still getting an occasional break. Which students choose is a matter of preference after freshman year, but there are some catches and draws for each.

To put it simply, living on-campus gives students the benefit of using their meal plans and getting to sleep in, but it can come at the cost of less space and privacy. Students that like their space can live in suites or apartments.

Freshman Camille Smith said living in an apartment on campus is less stressful for…