Living the dorm life isn't easy, but it's an experience that every college student has.

There are some things that may seem horrible at first, but in time you will grow to appreciate and love.

1. Having a roommate

It may seem intimidating to share your room and living space with another person (or more than one person!) but it is definitely part of a learning experience. You may end up becoming best friends or you may just stay as acquaintances. Either way, having a roommate teaches you how to share and live with another person in close quarters.

2. Dorm food

Not having to make your own meals is pretty nice. At first, the food may seem kind of gross (which it is) but when looking at the whole picture, you never have to make your own meals- like ever. That's pretty nice especially if you're very lazy or don't know how to cook.

3. Floormates

It may seem awkward that you live on a floor with a bunch of other people, and I understand that you may want to be antisocial and not meet them. But I can say, that these people will end up being some of your best friends on campus. It's also important to realize that they are going through the same hardships and struggles as you are, so you can sink or float together (hopefully float).

4. No closet space

Although this is one of the very unfortunate aspects of living in a dorm room, having no closet space helps to ensure that you don't end up bringing your entire wardrobe to school- which as tempting as it may be, is totally unnecessary.

5. Being away from home

You might become homesick within the first few days of college. We've all been there. But being out of your hometown or state is a learning experience where you can become more independent. Living on your own will make you feel more grown-up and that you have more responsibility. Also, you don't have to ask permission to do anything, which I'm telling you, is very, very nice.