<p>I’m a transfer student who got a 2 bedroom 4 person apartment called the Sierra . Is anyone familiar with this apartment? How far is it of a walk to university campus? I am in the lottery for sierra parking, but does most people get it or only a lucky few? Is it going to be a lot harder to socialize in that area??</p>
<p>I have no idea about the apt itself, but the parkinglot should be difficult to get. Those parking lots are very limited ^^;;</p>
<p>I don’t know anything specific about Sierra either. I can tell you judging by the housing map, it will probably be a 10-15 minute walk to the north entrance of campus. You may find a bike very useful if you plan on going back and forth a lot.</p>
<p>Apartments in general are less social than dorms. RA’s are less likely to be involved with residents and activities, especially in buildings housing upperclassmen and transfer students. So it’s really up to you how social you want to be. It’s good that you’ll have 3 other roommates, so you should get a chance to meet their respective social circles.</p>
<p>Sierra is also next to a lot of other student housing, and Fraternity Row is just one block to the south. In that respect, you’ll be very close to parties and other events and it should be very easy to get out and socialize.</p>
<p>My daughter was a transfer student and was in housing on the same street as the Sierra Apt., that is not available this year. This area has much security visibility and apartments or official USC housing with USC students. My daughter will be living in an apartment on this street this coming year. The housing situation is fantastic as far as meeting friends, as you are all new to the school, or there are usually upper class people there who have been in your shoes and are very helpful to help you to acclimate. The shuttle runs right down the street. My daughter chose not to use the shuttle, found walking to be not as efficient, and purchased a bike the first week. She also had a car. We bought a parking pass immediately upon admission. It was at a university parking across the freeway, but I wanted her to have her car there so she could drive home on holidays. Fortunately, she won the lottery parking for her building, and she was able to get a refund for the original parking pass. Upon moving in, be sure to have a copy of your registration and proof of insurance, as that was required to enter the building lottery. Good luck!</p>