Tag: roommates

Dorm Etiquette: 7 Ways to Be a Considerate Resident

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Education Writer

Living in a dorm and having a roommate can be the best thing ever...or the worst. Use these tips to learn how to be a considerate dorm resident and get along with your roommate. read more

3 Smart Ways to Track and Adjust Your Internet Usage

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Ghostwriter and Serial Freelancer

The expenses of living in an off-campus apartment are many, and some bills can fluctuate, like the one for your internet. Here are some tips for tracking your internet usage and keeping your bill as low as possible. read more

Money Management: The Best Budgeting Templates for Students

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Content Specialist, Excel Templates

Going to college means a lot of new experiences...and a lot of new responsibilities, including budgeting. Here are some templates to help make managing money easier. read more

6 Tips for College Move-In Day (From a Student Who Just Finished Unpacking)

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Loyola University New Orleans

It's back to school again, and new college students are moving into their dorms across the country! Here are some tips to help make move-in day as easy as possible, from a student who knows what you should and shouldn't do. read more

Adulting 101: Your First Apartment Search

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Freelance Writer

"Adulting 101" is a six-week series to assist with your transition from college to the real world. This week's topic: finding your first apartment. read more

Top Tips and Tricks for Finding a College Roommate

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

You've moved on from the college search to the roommate search! Here's everything you can do to find a roomie--preferably one you'll get along with the whole school year. read more

The Pros and Cons of Living With Roommates vs. Living Alone

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The age-old question: should I live with roommates, or will I be happier living alone? We've collected all of the pros and cons of each option just for you. read more

How to Stay Healthy in College

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Multimedia Project Manager, Harvard University

When the weather is warm, students flock to the outdoors and constantly bask in the fresh air. But when the temperatures drop, students will be bundling up in the dorms with their blankets, hot chocolate, and, unfortunately, their germs. With such a high number of people in one building, residence halls are infamous for being a breeding ground for sickness. read more

7 Secrets to Finding the Perfect College Roommate

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Looking for a new college roommate? Here are seven ways to help you find the right person to live with. read more

5 Tips for College Roommates: How to Make It Work

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Cornell University

One student's best tips for finding a college roommate and making it work once you're living together. read more