For most college freshmen, most colleges require first-year students to live on campus for the first semester and, in some cases, the full academic year. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors may decide to live off campus which presents pros and cons to living on campus vs. off campus. The decision you make depends on your interests and lifestyle. Typically, students who live on campus do better academically than students who don’t. They also stay in college and graduate at a higher rate than students who don’t live on campus. • It’s convenient to everything. Campus housing is close to events, classes, faculty, and to academic and support services. • Better Grades Typically, students who live on campus do better academically than students who don’t. They also stay in college and graduate at a higher rate than students who don’t live on campus. • Extra Safety Measures Residence halls are secure all day, every day. • Personal Development Just by living on campus, you will learn problem-solving skills, you will learn about social justice, as well as sustainable practices to follow. • Caring staff Caring, trained and professional staff care about each student’s experience at Staff members also provide resources, support, and programming to enhance your college experience. • Combined bill and payment options Your housing charges will be included on your university bill. • Wireless everywhere! You can work or play on your devices anywhere in the residence halls at no extra cost.