<p>People that naturally keep to themselves will remain that way in a single. In a double it is more likely that you will, at the least, make one friend. And if that person is more outgoing than you are you may make friends through them and come out of your shell.
However, having two people that are unsociable can be just as bad as being by yourself.</p>
<p>I personally disagree with the idea that sharing a room is part of the “college experience.”</p>