Now that most acceptance letters have been received, and most final decisions have been made, it's time to move onto the next step: college housing! Colleges offer a wide variety of different layouts that students can choose from. Whether it's the classic double with community bathroom, or a luxurious apartment style, whatever you choose will be your new home for the next nine months. Having been a student for eight months and having heard other freshmen talk about their own living situation, I have come to the conclusion on the best place to live your freshmen year: the double with community bathroom freshmen high-rise.

Don't let communal bathroom scare you out of a fun living experience. It's only one year, and it's also really not as bad as it sounds. You get used to it after a week. And having a roommate isn't even bad; you won't even be spending that much time in your room! So, grab your shower caddy and shower shoes, and consider living in a freshmen high rise!