Hi! I’m getting a head start on planning for college and wondering if living on campus as a freshman is usually required, or if I can opt to live off-campus?
Hey there! It's great to see you planning ahead for your college experience. The requirement for freshmen to live on campus varies from school to school. Some colleges do indeed have a policy mandating that all freshmen live on campus to help them acclimate better to college life. However, there are usually exceptions to this rule, such as being a local resident living within a certain distance of the campus, being married, having health issues that cannot be accommodated in a dorm setting, or having dependent family members under your care. Check the housing policy of the specific college you're interested in for the most accurate information. Hope this helps!
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