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The Pros and Cons of Living On and Off Campus

Planning your move to university is an exciting time, but it also comes with important decisions. One thing you’ll need to decide is where you want to live. There are two main options for McMaster accommodation : you can live on campus or you can look for student rooms for rent . Both have their share of pros and cons. On-Campus Living: Pros You’ll Save Time You’ll avoid wasted time travelling to and from school, grocery shopping, cooking meals, and cleaning an entire apartment. There Will Be Plenty Happening If you want to get involved in activities like clubs, sports, student organizations, and volunteering opportunities, living on campus is ideal. You’ll be right in the centre of everything. On-Campus Living: Cons You Don’t Choose Your Roommates You’ll have no choice as to who you live with or near, including who shares your bathroom. There Will Be More Distractions It’s great to live around other students when you want to socialize, but it’s problematic when y