<p>Just accepted my offer for admission.
What do i do for housing? I cant find where to select your dorm choices.</p>
<p>Get an apartment. Way cheaper and better. Rez isn't worth all the hype. I can't wait to move out. They stick you in a cell and feed you things that don't qualify as food. Cheers!</p>
<p>I heard that americans get to stay in a hotel that mcgill bought - like doubles with king sized beds and stuff - is that true?</p>
<p>It's not segregated by nationality but my S who is American and lives in one of the Bishop Mountain Hall residences says that many American students do opt for the "hotel". I thought the shopping was very convenient and the semi-private bath was nice. He says the food is better at the hotel but he loves his single on the hill. It is certainly a much more typical dorm experience.
PS He and a couple of other guys just signed a lease for an apartment for next year. I think it's in the Plateau.</p>
<p>They don't get to by default. Anyone can choose New Rez (the hotel), but you have to get in (there is a placement drawing/raffle thingie)</p>
<p>Well. I would suggest Pres or Dio rez if you really want typical dorm experience. They are just right opposite McConnell Engineering building. Please don't choose upper rez unless you want somebody to smash beer bottle on your door while you are studying for midterms. The food is not the main issue here in upper rez.</p>
<p>wow, this is single-handedly the worst set of advice I've ever read on this board. </p>
<p>"if you really want [the] typical dorm experience" should never be followed by Prez or Dio Rez. That's just plain NOT TRUE. A typical rez experience, fortunately or unfortunately, involves a lot of people (some who happen to be drunk).</p>
<p>The pit fall to Dio or Prez Rez is the size. Much like the MORE houses, these rez's are very small and turn into little communities that don't integrate with the other rez's very much. The only reason I know anyone from either Rez is because the winners to a physics project/contest last semester had filmed a small part of their project in Dio. Other than that, I don't knowingly hang out with anyone from Dio or Prez rez, nor have I ever (knowingly) been to any parties with any of those kids. It should be noted that don't knowingly, and actively don't are two separate phrases, it's not like I'm trying to not find/hang out with those kids, it's just you rarely cross paths with them. </p>
<p>There's nothing wrong with someone smashing a beer bottle on your door; it either means a) they really like you, b) they really like you and want you to come out or c)things got a little out of hand, and it was most likely a mistake.</p>
<p>I've personally never experienced the beer bottle situation, but I can tell you that some floors in certain dorms are going to be more socially active, and less academically serious than other floors, that's just how it goes. My twins floor, for example, has already thrown 2 keggers this year school year, while my floor hasn't done anything of the variety (we're much more into just hanging out than throwing parties). Most of the time the floor fellows assemble like-minded floors, so if you honestly fill out your housing application, you'll most likely get picked-up/placed on a floor with other people like you (some people do slip through the cracks however). </p>
<p>If you like to party, make it apparent on your app, no one "official" is going to read it, and lying about who you are will only hurt your socially should you get placed on a floor with other people who were wrote they were like the fake you. </p>
<p>Conclusion (for those who don't like to read a lot): Upper rez is more inline with your typical american, state-school/big-university, dorm experience, if not just for the sh!7ty food, then for the sheer concentration of student per square metre. </p>
<p>Thoughts on "the hotel": they kinda do their own thing as well. If you want the chance to live next to a Saudi-Arabian prince, or some kid from long-island who couldn't bear to think about sharing a bathroom, this is the place for you. If walking up the hill is "too hard", this is also the place for you. I don't think I'm the right person to sell New Rez, someone living in it should probably do it justice, but every time I'm there I start to feel uncomfortable due to the cold hotel feeling the place exudes.</p>
<p>Whenever I went to New Rez, I felt uncomfortable with all the security measures. They hold on to your student ID and make you sign in and out. Why?? I don't think they do that anywhere else. Waaaay too precious.</p>
<p>How much does room and board cost at McGill for internationals?</p>
<p>Hi drmambo. While you presented your points impeccably that I don't even have chance to fight back, did you even think that those were only my own opinions and it was kinda pointless for you to refute everything I said. If you don't agree, just ignore them(please). It is just that I am more inclined to a small residential setting.</p>
<p>I'm sorry for the tone of the previous post, I was just a bit shocked at the consensus (at that moment). I didn't mean to pointedly refute everything you said, I kinda just wanted to do a general review of the scene, and coincidently touched everything you talked about. </p>
<p>I guess I should mention that anyone reading should always take these types of board posts as purely one person's opinion (I am no exception to this).</p>
<p>For someone who wants the college dorm experience in an environment that reflects the fact that it is related to a serious significant international university, the dio is the perfect place. Some people aren't keen on a box-like existence in the larger dorms with too many kids that can't hold their liquor or their decibel levels at all hours of the night. Different strokes for different folks, but the dio presents a cozier, more mature setting in a phenomenal location, and even has a fair share of upperclassmen who are available for advice, etc.</p>
<p>YouTube</a> - mcgilltour's Channel
see the rez's for yourself. </p>
<p>they are all great yet they all have their down sides.
The fact that Dio/Prez rez are cut off is simply a consequence of location, as you'll find with MORE, Solin, greenbriar, etc. </p>
<p>accept the fact that you're going to be paying waaaay too much for your first year living accommodation. Getting an apartment is a great idea. Then for food, you can sign up for the Martlet meal plan, + shop. Make some friends in Rez or your program, and you're set. </p>
<p>i lived in upper rez. yes, bottles get broken, people are generally immature, but usually a good time. To be perfectly honest I don't keep in touch with anyone from Rez. If I could do it all again, I'd probably choose a MORE. not "typical," but I've been visiting a lot lately (my friend lives there), and it's the environment I would have preferred (more conducive to cooking, low-key). Wherever you go, you'll find interesting and fun people. Don't choose a Rez for the "parties" if you're not a party-er. You'll look back in a year and realize how silly it all was. Choose a Rez that matches your personality, otherwise you'll be unhappy. </p>
<p>This is just my opinion, I suggest you just watch the videos and go with your gut.</p>
<p>edit: fully agree with swampfox. I thought it was great they mixed all level years into one Rez, only place that does it.</p>
<p>hi! quick question... when can you start doing your housing stuff on minerva?? because i was accepted about 4 days ago and my housing page hasnt changed...? is this the same for anyone else??</p>
<p>What's the best house for parties and what's the best place for quiet studiers? </p>
<p>Also since drinking is allowed, are dorm parties really that popular? Why not just go out to a club or something?</p>
<p>What does "G2 - Guarantee Offer - Scholarship" mean? it's listed under the view student housing status on Minerva.</p>
<p>I'm starting to think about what I'm looking for for next year, since i plan on accepting my offer of admission after spring break. anyway, some questions:</p>
<p>i was surprised to hear that the majority of rooms are singles. i mean, i value relaxing on my own time a lot, but i was planning on getting a bigger (as in 2+ people) room until i heard that they are rather limited. on the majority of (american) college tours that ive been on, it's been advised to NOT get a single so you can interact more easily and meet more people, therefore get adjusted quicker. so i was wondering whether this had been an issue for anyone, or rather the fact that the majority of people have singles, that no one is really at a disadvantage putting themselves out and getting to know more people.</p>
<p>i dont plan on looking into any of the MORE houses, i dont have any close friends coming to mcgill so if you dont get assigned someone, i have no idea who id room with. plus i find the distance from the main campus quite a disadvantage. i dont exactly want to be taking the metro back and forth for 15-30 mins each time i want to go to class or something.</p>
<p>as of right now im thinking one of the upper rezes to be ideal. however, im a bit worried about the intensity fo the party culture, etc. i do like to party and do crazy stuff with my friends, but im not one of those people who can put up with it every night. so even though these are typically the party rez, does it get really ridiculous (i mean weeknights--weekends are not the issue here) or can it be chill at appropriate times? also im a little tenetive about the dorm size/floor & coed bathrooms...not a REAL concern, but still. </p>
<p>im also considering douglas or new. douglas looks beautiful, also i like how its a bit smaller and seems like it would have a great community but it is not TOO seperated from the rest of the campus. new dorms i would probably only put if i really didnt like any other the others i mentioned..too expensive and not really worth it, especially in terms of food and stuff. i dont want the stereotype of being a bratty snob applied to me, however. although i did like the large room size and more private bathrooms.</p>
<p>anyway, im conflicted...if anyone actually read all that and can shed some light on any of my comments, I WILL LOVE YOU. i admit im probably a bit underinformed, but if anyone could clear up any misconceptions thta i have, that would be awesome. thanks!</p>
<p>I believe that means you've been offered a scholarship, and as such, get first dibs on whatever living accommodations you'd like. </p>
<p>peanut, I'm having a hard to believing you posted that without reading my previous post. How much proof do you want about life in upper rez? I can't graphically describe what's going on around me, if you'd like...</p>
<p>My door is wide open, and the only noise I'm hearing is coming from the bathroom, and that's from people getting ready to goto bed. It's virtually silent in the hall way, and I don't hear anything outside either. </p>
<p>to both peanut and binghamton: the stereotypical party dorm is Molson (I live in McConnell). Surprisingly, though, the only dorm to have a floor throw it's own keg party is McConnell with it's fifth floor (my twin's floor). This saturday they'll be holding a kegger (their third this year, second this term), just for the hell of it. I feel like that sums up the attitude regarding alcohol and parties here. If you'd like, you can hit up St. Laurent, and goto the bars there, or you can just as easily party in Rez.</p>
<p>trust me, singles are great. You have community on your wing and floor, but there will be times you just need to be alone, and you'll appreciate the single. Don't worry about getting to know people, that will happen with time (it always works out).</p>
<p>The MORE houses are very close, Solin is the faraway rez, and it's not even that far (<20 min commute on a good day). </p>
<p>The party is as intense as you make it. Some students will start to party wed. night and not stop until monday, others stick to weekends, and some not at all. It's as easy as closing your door. If you're unlucky, you might get stuck on a "loud floor", which means occasionally you might get woken at 3-4 am, but it's by no means too intense; there are plenty of "chill" times. </p>
<p>Co-ed bathrooms, yeah, still a little weird even in April... but manageable. </p>
<p>Don't get caught up in how "connected" one rez is to another. "Connections" are a misconception about rez. The Rez's don't connect you, you connect yourself. They all have great communities and you'll meet good people anywhere. Just because you're in a building with 300 people does not mean you'll get aquainted with every one of them. Unless you're just that social, your rez social network doesn't expand too much beyond your floor, and the ones directly above and below. </p>
<p>You shouldn't concern yourself with anyone ignorant enough to stereotype you for your choice of residence. It's their problem for having that kind of thinking. There are some great people in New Rez, but since it is the most expensive rez, it only makes sense some more well off students end up there. Know yourself, and go for what suits YOU, not other people, and things will work themselves out in the end. The most miserable people at the end of the year were those who went into Rez with a bad attitude and just didn't give it a chance. Hope this helps</p>
<p>thanks very much to both of you :)</p>