Dorm vs. Off-Campus Apartment: The Ultimate Student Guide

March 16, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Before each year of your college education starts, you’re faced with a choice that will completely shape your experience: Do you live in a dorm or rent an off-campus apartment? It’s a decision that millions of students nationwide make every year, yet it’s a question that usually results in intense consideration. Below, find the ultimate…

How To Upgrade Your College Apartment For Cheap

June 25, 2019 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

If there’s any stereotype that holds true, it’s that most college students don’t have much money. Between taking out large student loans, struggling to make time for paid work against the burden of schoolwork and classes, and going out with friends, students often need to save money however they can. At the same time,…

How To Pay For Off-Campus Housing With a Student Loan

August 24, 2015 | By J Simpson AuthorMy First Apartment

One of our readers recently messaged with the question, “Can I pay for off-campus housing with student loans.” What an excellent question! The short answer is: yes! Just remember, living off-campus can get expensive, as this New York Times article explains. In the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)’s Statement of Educational Purpose, it…

Graduation Move-Out: From Dorm to First Apartment

April 30, 2014 | By Melissa AuthorMy First Apartment

School’s out for summer! Well, forever, actually. Once your dorm collects your keys and inspects the furniture for permanent damage, you’re out in the world! It’s scary, exciting, and shocking, even if you’ve been preparing for months. If you’ve decided not to move back home, chances are you’ve found your own apartment, perhaps with college…