Understanding the Difference of Mosaic Off Campus Housing

BY MOSAIC / NOVEMBER 14, 2019

When considering living arrangements, university students usually go with one of two options: on or off campus housing; both with their own sets of pros and cons.

The main and indisputable pro of on-campus housing is the location. You can’t find a more convenient commute from bed to biology class than both being on the same property. Additionally, the added sense of security by being surrounded by peers can be comforting for some who’ve maybe never lived away from home before.

The amenities of on-campus housing, such as quick access to the library, study halls and cafeteria can all contribute to creating a great learning environment for first-year college students still getting the hang of being independent.

However, for those who crave more independency, on-campus housing can be a little restrictive.

First and foremost, while many universities do offer individual dorm rooms, they come with an added expense. The average dorm room experience means sharing a small room with another student and using community bathrooms for showers.

Curfews and “quiet hours” policies are also common, so late night parties and jam sessions are off limits.

One other con of on-campus housing is that resident hall students are required to vacate their dorms and make other housing arrangements for a period of about three weeks between semesters in December and into January. Additionally, if students wish to stay in their dorm during the summer months, an additional fee is applied.

On the other hand, Mosaic off campus housing allows students to live independently. And while many choose to live with roommates to cut costs, the privacy of sharing a bathroom with one or two other people is much better than 20.

Mosaic off campus housing can also be useful for students who prefer having their own space for studying because, while campus may have designated study halls, the hustle and bustle of hundreds of other students can be distracting.

For many, college is a time to learn how to be an adult and there’s no better way to do that than to experience the world first-hand and live by your own rules. Curfews and off-periods can be stressful and a hindrance to those seeking to embrace adulthood head-on and the opportunity to have your own space is, for many, preferable.

With Mosaic off campus housing, great properties are made available to more independently-minded students who still want to have a great support system around them to help out with learning the ins and outs of leasing an apartment for the first time.

Utilizing our great resources and industry professionals can help make the dream of a beautiful off campus housing option easy and within reach.

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