Sunday, 11 October 2015

UMN Housing Off Campus With Its Pros And Cons

By Della Monroe


Every student in this world only wants to materialize dreams. But before they could materialize everything, they still have to educate themselves by enrolling in any good school which could provide them the best education of their chosen degree program. It is essential for them to be always ready in all the challenges that could possibly come their way. One of those challenges is the choosing of the best home for them.

We all know that most of the schools out there offer dormitories inside the campus. But there are several students who do not take this opportunity to just stay inside the school and made a home out it. These students take UMN housing off campus where students can still stay with their friends just outside the school.

But before you totally decide to stay in an off campus apartments, it will be best to consider first all the advantages and disadvantages that you will get. Yes, you get so much freedom in staying off campus but will the cost of living will become a convenience to you. If you ever choose to stay on campus, everything is very near to you. With these, here are the advantages and disadvantages of living off school.

One of the pros you get is the unique kind of freedom. You no longer have to abide by the strict rules and regulations of your university. You now have the freedom to do all of the things you want. If you get a peaceful mind and can efficiently study inside a coffee shop, then do it. You may even shop several clothes in all the malls within the city.

You also have the freedom to style your apartment. You can paint it with the color of your bedroom at home so it would feel like home. Also, there is so much peace in your place which you could make your assignments and projects efficiently. You get a chance to cook for your own meals and not just buy from the canteen. You can even let your parent visit and spend the night with you.

You got the freedom in choosing your own room. You can rent a small one for you own or rent a larger one so all of your friends can stay with you. Different school organizations even rent an entire house for their own. Bottom line, it is just all about the income preference of your roommates.

One of the cons will be the cost of your room. You might be renting the cheapest one in town but you cant guarantee to afford it every month. Take note, this is not included with your educational scholarship. Therefore, you need to budget more money for your rent and lesser for your personal expenses. Therefore, select only the apartment which you can literally afford to pay for every month.

You have to shop for your food, taking some of your study time to clean the house, buy grocery and many more. Aside from those, you need to think of your transportation and might end up dreaming of buying a car. If you literally buy one for yourself, then think about the gas and maintenance.

Start considering the bills for electricity, water, internet, pest control, phone service, trash pick up and a lot more. All of these are not for free when you are renting. Also consider the neighborhood you will be staying, is it safe and are there any guards around.




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