<p>Guys, I'm new to the American style of living and just wanted more insights on the best alternative to accommodation on campus. Because I'm going to be an international transfer, it's important that I make friends? I guess it'll help me assimilate as well.</p>
<p>Would you guys recommend dorms, University Towers or co-opts? [url=<a href="http://www.icc.coop/houses/debs.php%5Ddebs%5B/url">http://www.icc.coop/houses/debs.php]debs[/url</a>]</p>
<p>Share your experiences!</p>
<p>My friend lives at Debs and she told me that her housemates do not hold up their end of the deal in terms of chores and whatnot, and there is a very heavy drinking/drug/partying culture. That’s just one person’s opinion and I do not know what other co-ops are like. I chose dorms in part because it seemed like a more regulated environment with less of your comfort being dependent on other people (somewhat, anyway), though I think co ops are supposed to be a cheaper option. I don’t know anything about university towers.</p>
<p>I have a friend who lives in University Towers. You get a nice view of the city, a nice area to live in, and a kitchen, but you’re really totally on your own. You have to pay rent, heating/cooling, etc., and you have to cook all your own food. There’s a lot more responsibility. The location is great, though. </p>
<p>The dorms are more regulated, like twistedxkiss said. Generally, a stable environment.</p>
<p>I think there are a lot of international students in U Towers but I would think it would be easier to meet people in the dorm. The dorms are mostly freshmen and sophomores so I don’t know if this is something that would make it more or less likely to live in a dorm. I don’t know anything about coops.</p>