#movingforcollege

Moving to a new city for college is an exciting step, but being prepared can make all the difference. Before relocating, students should plan their accommodation, create a monthly budget, understand local transportation, keep important documents ready, and prioritize their safety and well-being. Adapting to a new environment takes time, but with the right preparation, you can enjoy a smooth transition and make the most of your college experience. Discover practical tips and a complete moving guide from CollegeNirnay.

 Distance: As stated before for some students this is really important.

Do you want to live on campus? If yes, look at the residential life website. Contact the housing office. Get answers to the following: Do you need to fill out a Housing application? Are you guaranteed housing? Is there a wait list? Are the apartments walking distance to campus or am I going to need transportation (I'm looking at you New York)?

Do you want to drive to school everyday or take public transportation? If yes, will you need a parking permit? How much will it cost you? Do they have a carpool or vanpool service? Does the school have special shuttles to takes you from different part of the campus? Do you qualify for students rate if you take public transportation? Answer to these questions can be found on the website for Residential Life or Parking Services. 

Do you want to move to another part of the state or another state? If you move far away, how often to you want to come home to visit? How much is it going to cost you to come home for all the Holidays? Many students want to experience living in another city or state but are afraid it might be too expensive. Some of your financial aid money follows you to whatever school you wish to attend, some is dependent on you staying in your home state and some is absolutely dependent on your school. There is also the always present SCHOLARSHIPS!!! Like this one: 

Southwest Airlines Education Travel Program

Applications are available for the 10th Annual “Giving Flight to Your Success™/Dándole Alas a Tu Éxito™" ¡Lánzate! Travel Award Program, sponsored by Southwest Airlines and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).

Through this national education initiative, Southwest Airlines will award roundtrip airline tickets to undergraduate and graduate students across the country who travel away from home to pursue a higher education and meet the eligibility criteria listed below.

The application deadline is May 15, 2014, 11:59 p.m CDT. 

http://www.hacu.net/hacu/lanzate.asp.