On Campus

Just as you are looking to have an off campys housing experience, there are many students who are in the same situatition.

Online Searches

The Internet offers websites specifically designed for roommate searches.  These sites provide individuals with the opportunity to search within geographic locations for others who are also interested in a roommate.  This is also a different renting opportunities.

Roommates.com

Roomiematch.com

Roomster.com

Choosing a Roommate

Know what is important to you:

• Male or Female
• Smoker, non-smoker, or no preference
• Someone with pets
• Someone younger, older, or same age
• Someone in a serious relationship or single
• Someone who shares the same expectations in terms of cleaning, paying for things, food, using each others things, ect.
• Someone who shares a similar budget
• Someone who shares similar sleep and study habits

Also Discuss

• Who will look for a place? Will one person or both be responsible?
• How will you make a final decision as to where you will be living?
• How will the security deposit be handled (by one person or jointly)?

Setting Expectations

• Communicate openly and honestly; be flexible but do not feel you have to compromise on things you feel strongly about?
• How will you handle rent and utility payments?
• What will be your policy for using each other's possessions, including those in the common areas such as the couch or television?
• What will be your guest policy and party policy?
• How will you handle cleaning responsibilities?
• Will you grocery shop for one another or just yourself?
• How will you handle messages and mail?
• Complete a roommate contract or agreement about how you are going to handle certain situations?