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5 Easy Ways to Find a College Roommate

So have you even started packing yet? Moving out of your parents’ home and going off to college brings about a lot of emotions for students:…

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How College Students Can Eat Healthy

Just because you’re going to become or are currently a freshman in college, doesn’t mean you’re inevitably doomed to get the ‘Freshman 15’. If you don’t…

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What To Do In-Between College Classes

Wouldn’t it be nice if you had the perfect class schedule with no long breaks in-between classes? Unfortunately, not many students have that gem of a…

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Best College Towns for 2018

Whether you plan on living on-campus or in an off-campus apartment, there are many factors to consider when choosing a college. You have to remember that…

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On-Campus vs. Off-Campus Living

When attending college, you may be wondering if it’s better to live on-campus or off-campus. While there’s no one right answer, we can break down the…

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Laundromat Hacks Every Renter Should Know

Oof—laundry day. It’s one thing if you’re lucky enough to have immediate access to a washer and dryer, but if you don’t, there’s dread that comes…

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What To Expect At College Orientation

College orientation is a way to prepare for transitioning from a high school student to a college student. Orientation is typically a mandatory thing for incoming…

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How To Survive College Finals Week

With finals week just around the corner, the stress may have already started. Waiting until the night before to study will only make it worse. In…

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What To Do During Summer Break

When the spring semester comes to an end, students are anticipating summer time off. So if you have had a rough semester and it’s finally taken…

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How To Prepare For College

Transitioning from a high school student to a college student is rough for most. However, this is an exciting new chapter in your life! So you’ve…

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Safety Tips for College Students

Living in a college town may seem like all fun and games, but there are definitely some precautions you should be aware of for your safety.…

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Preparing for Job Interviews

Preparing for an interview takes a lot more than just Googling “common interview questions”. You need to come to the interview prepared and ready to show…

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Preparing for College Graduation

After all these years of deadlines and all-nighters, you finally made it to the finish line. You can see the light at the end of the…

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Creating the Perfect Class Schedule

One of the most stressful things a college student has to deal with every semester is deciding what classes to take. Credits, time, length, professors, and…

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Stress Management Tips For College Students

Life can be overwhelming, especially when you’re a college student juggling a full course load with work. Sometimes it feels like every semester keeps getting worse.…

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Work Full Time and Still Be Successful in College

There are many benefits of going to college aside from helping you find better career options and become financially stable. Higher education helps you improve your…

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Spring Break On A College Budget

With spring break approaching, you might want to start looking for deals so you don’t spend an arm and a leg! If you have a little…

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8 Meal Ideas for a Party of 1

Let’s face it, balancing classes, studying, working, and trying to be a normal social human being can make it difficult choosing to eat in rather than…

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Can I Use My 529 Plan for Off-Campus Housing?

What is a 529 Plan? A 529 plan is a great account that many parents take advantage of when saving for the future. With this plan,…

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Valentine’s Day on a College Budget

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner you might be getting stressed trying to think of what to do for your loved one. Being tight on…

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What to Consider Before Living Off Campus

As unbelievably amazing as dorm life can be, many students will start to look for a place to live off campus by their junior or senior…

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Top 6 Colleges with the Best Food

Even if you live off-campus, you may want to take advantage of the on-campus dining options and meal plans. Not only is it a life saver…

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Resolving College Roommate Issues

Part of the college experience is learning how to share a tiny space with another person, AKA a roommate. These cramped quarters can sometimes cause friction…

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How to Avoid Getting Sick This Semester

From runny noses to coughing and sneezing, many students are at risk of getting sick during the winter season. Missing out on classes, projects, or other…

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College Town Guides: Off-Campus Living Across the U.S.

Moving off campus at your university is a big step. Suddenly, you're not just living in the bubble of a college campus with your dorm, food,…

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Cheapest and Most Expensive Off-Campus Housing Markets

Here’s our line-up of the most and least expensive off-campus housing rents, plus tips and tricks on saving money for students trying to choose a college.…

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How to Make Your Off-Campus Apartment Feel Like Home

It seems that as soon as college students finally adjust to living in a dorm room, then comes their first apartment. This transition from dorm to…

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Why Your Parents May Need to Guarantee Your Lease

If you’ve started your off-campus housing search, you may have heard property managers say that they will require a personal guarantee on the lease. While this…

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7 Things To Do During College Winter Break

With the semester coming to a close, many students may be wondering what to do with all the extra time they will have. Avoid boredom by…

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Students & Parents, Take Our Survey for 3 Chances to Win $$$!

We care about what you think, that’s why the team at ForRentUniversity.com® wants to reward you for your thoughts. We want to know what makes you…

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Cost of Off-Campus vs. On-Campus Housing in California

If you're planning to attend a university in California, you might be interested in learning that it is often more affordable to live off campus in…

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Planning the Perfect College Friendsgiving

Whether you are going home for Thanksgiving break or staying in your apartment or dorm, having a Friendsgiving with your roommates and close friends is a…

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How Off-Campus Apartments Help Keep Students Safe

If you can’t afford a dorm or prefer not to live on-campus, it can raise some concerns. Will it be as safe off-campus? What are communities…

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Taking Advantage of Your School’s Library

One of the best things about college is the many resources available to students on campus. Many schools offer free tutoring programs, mentoring, counseling, and so…

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Staying Organized: Tips for College Students

Disorganization can cause students to receive lower grades on assignments or completely forget about an exam! If you want to stay organized this semester, try out…

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The Transition From College Student To Adult

You’re no longer the carefree, wild college student you once were. It’s time to join the mysterious world of adulthood. You’ve put it off for as…

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The Best and Worst College Towns, According to Students

If you’re stressing over your college choices, remember that you’re not just picking a campus where you’re going to study. You’re picking the town or city…

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4 On-the-Go Meals You Can Grab Between Classes

Whether is class, work, sports practice, or you're simply running late, fitting in a meal can be difficult when you're on a tight schedule. The key…

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Just How Important Are Internships as a College Student?

As college students, we’ve all been reminded time and time again that internships are important. We know that at least one internship is necessary primarily because…

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The Pros & Cons of Having a Pet in College

College students commonly assume they're ready for the responsibility of caring for their own pet. During this stage of life, students become aware of how to…

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