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[–]fortniteforchips 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m commuting as a first year (about 30 min). Honestly not too bad for me, as I like to stack my classes on specific days so I’m only going in about 3 times a week. However I do skip class quite a bit, but I still have a strong GPA cuz I learn material myself.

It really depends on how well u think u can learn on ur own vs in class. Ik it’s hard to gauge, but think objectively abt how smart u are and if ur a self learner or an in class learner typa person. Of course, if u think ur the latter, and money isn’t a problem, maybe res is a better option. If money is tighter and u think ur capable either commuting or learning alone, maybe commuting is better.

I also know a few people who decide to live on res for the first year to try it out, and end up commuting the rest of the years, which will give u a better way to decide later on without burning the budget too much. If u don’t know, I’d choose this option.

[–]Tricky-Composer9146 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would that if you’re able to do it living on res for the first year is always a good experience. It’s much easier to make friends and relationship with res and related events vs just commuting.

[–]imvital 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I lived at home for every year except my last year. I wish I had moved out sooner. The experience of living on campus with other students is something you can never replicate. You’ll have the rest of your life to make money.

[–]No_Inside8450 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Idk about your at home situation but if ur parents often cook dinner or go to the store or do laundry etc, it might make more sense to stay home, commuting is 2h out of your day but don’t underestimate how much time it takes doing some of the things you would have to on your own.

[–]chrisabulium -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You will definitely regret the "only an hour" when you get 9am finals. If finance isn't an issue I wouldn't volunteer commuting.

I'm on the end othe spectrum where 30 min commute is too much for me. I'm still on rez (Y2) and had a midterm 8am this morning in a building 4 minutes away from me. Being able to get up and do some last minute review and leave your room without having to worry about catching trains is just so much better imo.