UF off-campus housing?

canadadri
Tue, 13 Sep 2016 19:58:36 +0000

I just received an email regarding submitting a UF Housing application after I sent in my freshman app for Summer 2017. I’ve done some research mainly on off-campus options such as Ivy House and Windsor Hall, but I’m hesitant about what I may be getting if I decide to reserve a room at one of these places. Is it worth the money? Really better than the traditional UF dorms? Are they an enjoyable place to live? Trimark also requires a deposit of $250 (which is refundable if I don’t get accepted into UF) but nonrefundable if I do get accepted and choose to attend/live elsewhere. UF is my first choice but since I’m not entirely sold on Windsor/Ivy, I’m a little hesitant to drop the $250 deposit.

I’ve never really considered traditional dorm-style, communal bathroom type of living, but I’m wondering if I should still submit a UF Housing application anyway? Is it refundable if I do not get accepted?

Aside from UF Housing, what other close-to-campus options are there?