D18 is about to fill out housing info later this month. Anyone have experience, tips or things to be aware of when selecting dorms at Amherst College? :">
Hi!
The student won’t select first year dorms, they are assigned, as are roommates. I advised my D to fill out the form honestly in terms of study habits and messiness and schedule and it worked out wonderfully for her, she got a great roomie and lifelong friend. Her floormates were the center of her social life the first year and she is still close to most of those friends today (rising senior).
All the first year dorms are on one quad, very central. Some older/newer/larger/smaller but everyone seems to love their first year dorm whichever it is.
@OHMomof2 Good info and advice. That’s wonderful that your daughter had this experience. I’m praying the same for my girl - lifelong friends.
I ended up getting a good room, but not a good roommate. My floor was not all that close, acquaintances at best. Your experience as a freshman will vary a lot, it’s not all rosy.