For Students: Residence Life, St. Mary's College of Maryland

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Tip #14

Consider bringing a land-line telephone for convenient on-campus dialing.

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Top 10 Reasons to Live on Campus

10. Location: it’s just far enough to get away from home, but close enough to go back when you want to!

9. New Facilities: look for innovative recreation, service and learning structures.

Athletics and Recreation Center

8. Technology: internet connectivity, private voicemail and satellite cable for everyone.

7. G.P.A.: the average GPA for residents is higher than for commuters.

6. Involvement: residents are typically more involved in campus activities.

5. Convenience: you’re close to everything, everyone, and you’ll save tons of money on gas.

4. Programming: from athletic events to the River Concert Series, there’s always something going on.

3. Variety: choose from traditional college living, suite-style, or apartments.

2. Community: where everybody knows your name and greets you with a smile.

And the #1 reason to live on campus is...

1. Scenery: you can’t find more affordable waterfront property!