From seekroommates.com
Some schools help with housing. They might give you free housing, a housing allowance, or simply help you find housing. You might also want to read the pros and cons of getting a housing allowance and the pros and cons of getting free housing. Here are some questions you should ask.- Is there housing or a housing allowance?
- Is there helping find a flat? How much is the rent / utilities typically? Is it necessary to put down key money? How much is it usually?
- If housing is provided what's included? How many bedrooms? Is there a balcony /parking / AC /internet?
- Is the water and electricity in your housing reliable? Does it get turned off often?
- Will you put new wallpapering up and new flooring down?
- How far is the housing from the school?
- Is it shared housing?
- Is it close to stores, bus stops, etc?
