It is often assumed that after one year of living in the residence halls, all students move off campus. In reality, nearly 20% of the students living in the halls are either returning, transfer, or upper class students. There are 900 premium spaces set aside for returning students each year, so don’t forget to consider the benefits of staying on campus.
WHY LIVE ON? EIGHT REASONS TO LIVE ON CAMPUS AGAIN
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Higher GPAs: Students who live on campus have higher GPAs than students who live off campus, with the most significant gap among first- and second-year students. Location, location, location: If you want easy access to The Rec, Morgan Library, and campus events, living on campus offers the best location in FoCo. Skip the Commute: When it’s cold and snowy outside, enjoy the luxury of sleeping in and still arriving to class on time without the hassle of scraping car windows, finding parking, biking on icy or wet roads, or waiting at the bus stop.
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Easy living: Forget leases, splitting utilities with roommates, shoveling sidewalks, and grocery shopping. The halls offer one bill that goes directly to your student account with no negotiation required.
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$0 due at signing: If you return to the halls, your deposit from this year carries over to next fall and there are no hidden or surprise application fees, security deposits, or first/last month rent charges.
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Designated spaces for returning, transfer, and upperclass students: You get first choice of available rooms on campus, including premium spaces in Laurel Village, Aspen Hall, 4th floor lofts in Parmelee, single rooms, and Open Housing. There are designated wings and floors in these locations set aside for returning and upper class students only. Plus, students who live in the halls for at least two years receive priority consideration at the Aggie Village apartments for their third year and beyond!
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STUDENT HOUSING GUIDE 2020
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Flexible, convenient dining: The U Plan, offered only to returning students, provides maximum flexibility with just five meals per week. Returning students also have the option to select the Any 10, Any 14, or Any Meal/Any Time dining plans. You could win big: Apply by Feb 28 to be entered to win free room and board for next year as well as one of five $500 prizes. Visit housing.colostate.edu/liveon for more details
WHY DO YOU LIVE ON? “Living on campus your second year is more independent than your first. I was a part of a close-knit community of students, but my RA was more hands-off and we all spent more time off campus. If you aren’t ready to commit to paying rent, finding roommates, or living far away, residence halls are a FUN way to continue to grow as an upper-classman and also stay plugged in.” Michelle – Braiden Hall “When living on campus, everything seems more convenient. I don’t have to worry about paying bills, or keeping a strict budget for food. If I want to go to the library to study, I can easily walk there in less than five minutes and not worry if I will make the last bus in time.” Moira – Newsom Hall “I love being so interconnected with my community, close to my classes, and having access to great meals every day. Life in the halls is a must for those seeking a deep focus on their academic career and comfort throughout their collegiate experience.”Avery – Braiden Hall “Living on campus for a second year is so much fun. It allows you to get to know more people, as well as build relationships - I feel like I have a family in the residence halls.” Adriana – Pinon Hall
