| There are definitely some areas of Brooklyn which would be less expensive than what NYU charges for dorms. What you have to be careful about is which area you choose. The less expensive areas also tend to be the less nice areas. Not always the case but, in general, yes. The apartment vs. dorm debate is always an interesting one and you'll get many different opinions. I think that most college age kids can certainly handle the challenges of being responsible for their own apartment, but I know that many parents don't agree with me. One thing to keep in mind when comparing costs is that you will be responsible for the costs for the entire year and not just for the months that school is in session. Additional costs like utilities, cable, phone, transportation, may enter the equation. There are usually broker fees, in addition to first and last month's rent, when an apartment is located. Lots to consider and not necessarily always the least expensive option.
There are pros and cons to both but I wouldn't assume that living in Brooklyn, or Queens, or Hoboken, or Jersey City is always going to be a cheaper option. It's really too early now to be looking for an apt for September, which is another potential problem, if they're not within easy access to the city over the summer. The other issue is that once you're out of NYU housing, it's difficult to get back in, if you change your mind. |