Shared vs Non Shared accomadation

Hi!
The title here pretty self explanatory but I just wanted to make this post for advice on the issue of sharing vs non sharing accommodation.
On the one hand I'm inclined to choose shared accommodation; It's the main type of accommodation in several of the most convenient halls, it feels like a good way to get started social wise, learning to live with others is a strong life lesson and on top of that its a little cheaper than the alternative.
On the other hand whilst maybe a little lonelier and more expensive in a single room I wouldn't be concerned with whether not I get a good roommate and I would be able to live without worrying about disturbing or bothering somebody else.

Currently whilst I am leaning towards applying for a shared room if anybody could weigh in that would be super helpful.
Thanks a ton

Reply 1

casandrarobin17

Hi, I think there are definitely pros and cons to both, I was in a single room in my first year and I was glad to have my own space, but on the other hand two of my best friends were roommates, they didn't know each other at all before and within a couple of months they agreed to be each others maid of honour. We're now getting a house together.
I think having a roommate is brilliant if you get on well, as it makes freshers week a lot less scary and you're set up with a friend right from the start. However, I do know quite a few people that don't get on with their roommates, and it just comes down to whether you get lucky or not.
In my experience, at uni you likely won't spend that much time in your room anyway, so even if you're not best friends with your roommate it's not a disaster.
It is true that in the more central halls more of the rooms are shared. I was lucky enough to get a single room in one of the most central halls, but you are more likely to be slightly further away if you want a single room.
I couldn't say one way or the other which option is better, as it really depends on the person, but I do think that both have advantages, and it's only for a year so no matter what it will end up working out.
Hope that was helpful!