Hi,
I will be attending UCSB in the fall as a Transfer student. I was wondering if you guys recommend the Transfer Dorms or to get an apartment in IV.
I’d say go with the dorms for a few reasons although either choice works. At a dorm you meet fellow students right away, they have some support services like an RA when you have questions. If you’re not used to cooking its convenient to have someone cook and clean up. Your contract is with the school so you don’t have to worry about flaky roomates. Also apartment leases tend to be signed in the spring so if you’re looking now or later in the summer many people already have filled all the space in their apartment (althought you’ll still be able to find something).