Colleges with on-campus living requirements?

I've heard that some colleges require students to live on campus for a certain number of years. Can you guys give me a list of colleges with these requirements, and whether or not you think it's a big deal? Thoughts on living on campus vs. off-campus?

Many colleges have on-campus living requirements for a certain number of years, typically for one or two years. Here is a list of some well-known colleges with on-campus living requirements:

1. University of Notre Dame: requires students to live on campus for three years.

2. Yale University: requires at least freshmen and sophomores to live on campus.

3. Cornell University: requires freshmen and sophomores to live on campus.

4. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): requires freshmen to live on-campus.

5. Dartmouth College: requires students to live on campus for their first year.

6. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: requires freshmen to live on campus.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list and other schools may have additional requirements. It's important to check each college's specific housing policy when you apply.

As for whether living on-campus versus off-campus is a big deal, that really depends on your personal preferences and needs. Here are a few factors to consider:

On-Campus:

- Proximity to classes and campus resources

- Social opportunities within dorms and residential communities

- Meal plans and dining facilities are easily accessible

- Enhanced campus security measures and support services

Off-Campus:

- Greater independence and freedom in living arrangements

- Potential for more affordable housing options (especially shared)

- Opportunity to experience the surrounding community and neighborhoods

- Flexibility in daily routines and schedules

While living on-campus may offer more convenience, off-campus living can provide you with a chance to gain valuable life skills and experience a more independent lifestyle. Ultimately, it depends on what factors are more important to you and how comfortable you feel navigating a new environment.

Keep in mind that if you're required to live on-campus for your first year or two, you'll likely have the opportunity to explore off-campus housing options in later years. If you prefer living off-campus from the start, you should look for colleges without on-campus living requirements or with accommodations for specific circumstances (e.g., living with a local guardian, medical needs, etc.).