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When you’re getting ready for college, you have to make a lot of decisions. Where to go? What scholarships should I apply for? Should I join an Honors program? Can I really afford this? Close to home or far away? Laptop made for gaming or one made for studying? Yes, yes, these are all very important questions. But, the one that gave us the most trouble was deciding whether or not we wanted to live on campus.
We weren’t extremely enthusiastic about having a dorm room, but Appalachian has a freshman policy that you must stay on campus your freshman year. And I’m glad we did! When it’s time for you to make this decision, you really should stay on campus at least one semester. It cuts out a lot of stress and travel time. Not to mention the fact that you immediately make several new friends: your roommate(s), neighbors, and hall mates. A dorm room may freak you out, but don’t worry; it isn’t as bad as it looks.
Your college may hand out one, but Jay and I feel like this one is a bit more comprehensive. We included the usual questions as well as some that resolves issues the two of us faced later on. We suggest talking to your roommate about it before you move in. If your university gives you one, fill it out. And then you can use this one and keep it between the two of you. Try filling it out the day you move in and getting it signed and ready. Then redo it at the start of each semester. This way, if your schedules changes or you feel like you need to try something new, you can work it all out.
To download a blank copy of Em and Jay’s Roommate Contract, simply click here! We’ve filled out an example contract below.
