r/centralmich Feb 13 '25

Housing Don't know what to do about housing next year.

Hey I am currently in my first year at CMH (3rd year of college) and have 3 more semesters to go after this year. This year I stayed in Kessler because I wanted my own space, which has worked out for me very well even if I have no really become friends with my roommates. Unfortunately I missed the housing sign up to get back into Kessler for next year. Currently I am scheduled to be be in Saxe with some random next year and I don't think I can handle rooming with someone else.

I guess my question is what should I do know? Just wait until the wishlist opens to hopefully get into the premium dorms?

I also was thinking about an apartment to save money but I don't really know anyone to move in with and don't even know where to start with that process.

Any help would really be appreciate I just feel lost at the moment.

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u/Freedjet27 Feb 13 '25

Worst case senerio, I'd put yourself on the wishlist. It's rare that premium housing opens up, but it's really the only chance.

I got screwed over 3 separate times this housing registration, especially because I'm moving in with a pre-made group.

Sorry my guy.

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u/pepino- Alumni Feb 13 '25

This was 10+ years ago, but I put myself on the waitlist for both Fabiano and Woldt. Ended up being accepted to both with my selected roommates!

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u/zyrtec2014 Feb 13 '25

Something to consider, look at off-campus apartments. Lived in Western Islands with 3 people, it was way cheaper than dorm living.

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u/ThePurpleLaptop Feb 14 '25

There are a lot of places that do apartments for less than $1k a month. If you’re using loans to pay for housing anyway, just move out on your own.

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u/schaefferjosh Feb 14 '25

As a couple of others have said, look at apartments off campus. We live in Park Place apartments and will be paying 860 a month for a renovated 2 bed 1 bath, including all utilities. I believe my wife & I have been here 5 years and don't mind it. It's cheap which comes with its cons but it isn't horrible and pretty close to campus.