Colleges with High On-campus Living Rates

Hey everyone, just wondering - could you tell me which colleges have the highest on-campus living rates? I'm really keen on a proper 'college experience' and that to me means living on campus for my whole degree if possible.

Absolutely, living on campus can indeed enhance that college experience you're looking for. One college that is known for a high on-campus living rate is the University of California, Riverside where around 75% of freshmen live on campus. Another example would be Howard University, where all 1st-year freshmen and 2nd years are required to live on campus. Then you have schools like Princeton University and Harvard University where undergraduates are required to live on campus during their underclassman years, and the vast majority continue to do so during their junior and senior years as well.

In general, many residential colleges and universities require first-year students to live on campus, and a considerable number remain on campus after the first year. Even at institutions where living on campus isn't mandatory, a strong housing culture could still exist. It's also worth keeping in mind that the residential experience can differ vastly from one college to the next, with some offering traditional dormitory-style settings, while others provide suite-style living or college-owned apartments. I suggest digging deeper into each college's housing office website for more specific information on residential life, as the high on-campus living rate doesn't always translate to everyone living in a traditional dorm setting.

However, do bear in mind that in your college selection process, on-campus living rates are just one aspect to look into. Other factors such as academic programs, extracurricular opportunities, and the surrounding community should be taken into consideration as well.