<p>I was wondering if there are any cheap rooms for lease near the area. According to case, I would be able to save approx. $15,000 on housing.</p>
<p>Also, it says that we have to be lodging with a relative. Does it have to be a relative? Can it be a parent's friend? How do you inform Case of your desire to not live in a dorm. I mean I really can't afford to go to case if I have to pay the housing.</p>
<p>If you are on scholarship, you can live off campus without losing aid starting junior year. It is extremely difficult to live off campus freshman/sophmore year unless you are commuting or living with a parent. I believe there is a required distance in order to be considered a commuter. It is a lot cheaper to live off campus, you save a ton on food and the housing conditions are nicer.
It has to be a relative. There are exceptions, but talk to someone in the housing department. If you have grant money, it is taken away if you live off campus.</p>