UMass Boston Questions!

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of Massachusetts - Amherst
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<p>Unlike what I have read, I have seen the UMass Boston Campus (sort of from afar)(across the parking lot) and I liked it. I am really interested in applying there for my fall 2008 freshman year (I am a rising junior in HS). However, my whole perception of UMB could be crushed by a few factors. Does anyone have answers?</p>

<li><p>I know that UMB doesn’t currently have dorms. How involved are they, however, in helping out-of-state freshmen find places to stay?</p></li>
<li><p>Is it easy to find a place to stay?</p></li>
<li><p>Are there people who go to UMB that arn’t born-and-raised from Boston?</p></li>
<li><p>Approximately how expensive is living around UMB with rental and tuition costs?</p></li>
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<p>I really hope that I can get some answers soon so that I can narrow my college choices. UMB is one of those mysterious schools that looks great, but I don’t know much about.</p>

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<p>Pippen, UMass Boston is really a suitcase school. It is primarily commuters who live in the area, older students, or working students. I don't know what the percentage of out of state students is, but any commuter school will not have a high percentage.</p>

<p>In terms of cost, Boston is one of the most expensive cities in the whole country. Even with roommates, it is a very expensive proposition to live around the city. There are LOTS of students in Boston, all vying for the same apartments, and anything vaguely well priced goes in a heartbeat.</p>

<p>And off campus living, as a Freshman, won't provide you with much social life. If you are very independent, and don't care about dorm or campus activities, this may not bother you, but it is something to consider.</p>

<p>Hope that wasn't too negative, but I am just trying to be realistic! :)</p>