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TO DORM OR NOT TO DORM
To Dorm Or NOT To Dorm…
What are 3 of your biggest PET PEEVES? THINGS that bother you to NO END!
Double Dorm In a Residence Hall
Types of Rooms
Quad Style
Types of Rooms
http://youtu.be/TTwfS_YlTjc
Residence Life Tour- Bathrooms and Room Styles
TYPES OF ROOMS
Why Live on Campus?
Studies have shown that students who live on campus are more involved in academic and co-curricular activities, more satisfied with their overall university experience, and tend to succeed at a higher rate than the general university student.
Pros-
Meet more people
Attend on campus educational, social and cultural programs
http://www.wcupa.edu/_services/stu.syk/afterdark/#
Living on campus offers students the convenience of saving the time and stress associated with commuting.
Surrounded by what's going on around campus, movies, concerts, theatre, sporting events, the recreation center, the library, the bookstore, you name it, all within a five minute walk.
Pros-
One of the most important factors to consider in the decision to live on campus is cost. Off-campus housing can be expensive. Many scholarships and government education programs can cover the cost of on-campus housing. Don't overlook hidden costs associated with living off-campus and the advantages of living on campus
http://www.wcupa.edu/_services/stu.lif/scac.asp
what’s included?
Monthly Estimate
On Campus- Temple
Off Campus Apt
Rent $ 9886.00 1098.00/month- 9 mos
$13,200/ year 2 bdrm$1100.00/mo for 12 mo
Utilities Included Electric, gas heat, water-$2400.00/year
Phone 1200.00/year 1200.00/year
Cable /Internet Included 80.00
Gas/Transportation ----- Varies- $150-200
Food $3356= 25 meal/week meal plan
$5475 = $15.00/day
Fully Furnished You Furnish
Laundry Expenses 3.00-4.00/load ----
Living Off Campus - Expenses There are other Expenses to consider as well. Like mileage and car expenses. Furniture: just the basics include: desk, bed, chair, but often there are many
more items needed. Also other items like cleaning supplies and kitchen utensils. Don't forget appliances like toaster, microwave, coffeemaker. Don't forget there are also added responsibilities to consider in an off-campus
apartment. Can you cook or willing to do so? Eating out can get very expensive, very fast
and isn't always that healthy. There is sometimes an option to get an off-campus dining plan.
Internet access has become an essential part of campus life and you're probably going to prefer the comfort of doing so at home than going to campus computer labs. So now again you will factor in costs of dial-up or even high-speed access.
Transportation is also important. Distance of your apartment can affect whether you can walk to classes, if you need a car/permits/etc or even if you need to consider public transportation.
Cons of living on Campus-
Little privacy. When living in a dorm, it can be very hard to find privacy. You have to share bedrooms, bathrooms, etc. The close living quarters mean that you may never have quiet time in your dorm because there will always be something going on.
Limited space. At most colleges, the dorm rooms are tiny. You have to limit what you bring to school, or your space will be too crowded. That means you can't bring a different pair of shoes for every outfit.
Cons-
The Bad Roommate
Campus Rules
Bathroom Sharing
Social life is nearly inescapable. The close living quarters means that it is often impossible to avoid social life which isn't always "fun" or good for your GPA.
Dorm activities can often feel like unavoidable obligations.
Your eating schedule will be decided by cafeteria hours.
Living Off Campus-Pros
Independence. You will not have to follow as many rules if you live off-campus. Residence halls have several rules that students must abide by when living on-campus. (These rules are usually designed for the overall protection and safety of the residents). Living off-campus will give you freedom from those rules and allow you to set your own.
Privacy. Living off-campus means that you will more than likely have your own bedroom so you can have a place to sneak off and have time alone away from your roommates. The extra space also means that you can probably find a quiet place to study in the convenience of your own home.
Sense of responsibility. Living off-campus will help you be more responsible. If you live off-campus, you will be in charge of paying bills, cleaning house, grocery shopping, and cooking. Being responsible is a good quality to possess (in case you consider this one a con).
Living Off Campus-Pros
Sense of “real world”
Freedom
Cheaper Rent
More Space
Eat on your own schedule
Living Off Campus- Cons
Transportation- Car, Insurance, Parking, Gas
Bus, Train, Subway
Food- Meal preparation, purchasing, nutrition?
Further from campus activities and resources
Living Off Campus- Cons
The Lease- legal binding contract 3, 6, 12 mos
What if you want to go home for the summer?
Flaky roommates
The bad break up
Will you be responsible enough?
A Couple Of Off Campus Pointers
Know the ordinances !
§ 143-4. Unreasonable noise prohibited.
The creation of any unreasonable noise is prohibited. Unreasonable noise shall be any excessive or unusually loud sound which either annoys, disturbs, injures or endangers the comfort, repose, health, peace or safety of a reasonable person of normal sensibilities
Examples of “Unreasonable Noises” § 143-5
Vehicles: horns, loud engines, broken mufflers, etc. Interference with activity: schools, institutions, places
of worship, businesses, etc. Use of loud tools, machinery equipment, etc, is
prohibited 9pm-7am. Screaming, parties, singing, social gatherings,
animals/pets, etc. No loud instruments (like drums), sound amplifiers,
loud speakers, radio/stereo, television.
*Sounds should not be heard inside of any dwelling that is across property boundaries*
Renter’s Insurance
It is CHEAP; as little as $12/month It can cover:
Stolen belongings (from your car as well as your home
Property damaged in a fire Liability claims (your dog bites someone,
someone falls in your home)
Being a Good Student Remember that ultimately you are still here
for your education. But also keep in mind that ALL student
services are still available to you: Counseling Center Gym Health Center Meal Plans Career Resource Center
The College Dorm Survival Guide
The roommate interview- Ws
Roommate from HELL!- Article
What to Bring to College- Handout
