As you start to make plans for the school year at Georgia Tech, finding roommates can be as crucial as choosing your classes. Your roommates can play a big role in shaping your university experience, especially during those initial years.
At Rambler Atlanta, we understand the importance of selecting roommates you can trust and connect with. In this article, we share insights and tips to guide Georgia Tech students through the process of finding compatible roommates, ensuring a harmonious and enjoyable living experience, whether you’re considering Rambler or exploring other housing options.
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Step 1: Decide on Essential Requirements
Before beginning your roommate search, it’s crucial to pinpoint your non-negotiables for your living situation. Begin by asking yourself key questions:
- What is my monthly budget?
- Do I prefer on-campus or off-campus living?
- How many roommates am I comfortable sharing a space with?
Once you’ve outlined your responses to these fundamental questions, you can dive deeper into your preferences.
If on-campus living aligns with your choice, consider if you have a specific dorm or general area preference. For those inclined towards off-campus living, determine if there’s a particular neighborhood or building you have in mind.
Remember, these are starting points. Tailor your must-haves to align with your individual priorities as you navigate through this process.
Step 2: Ask Your Friends
If you’re in need of a roommate (or several), don’t hesitate to make it known! Even if it seems like your friends already have their living arrangements sorted, they might still be aware of others seeking roommates.
An additional avenue is to look within your affiliations or organizations.
For those involved in Greek life, campus organizations or clubs, consider reaching out through their GroupMe or other messaging platforms to express your search for a roommate.
Particularly within organizations you genuinely enjoy, chances are many members share similar interests, making it more likely to find like-minded potential roommates.
While sharing mutual friends or organization ties doesn’t guarantee a perfect match, initiating conversations in your network is a great way to kickstart your roommate search.
Step 3: Use the Platforms Available to You
Regardless of your background or roommate preferences, there are many platforms that cater to your roommate search.
Facebook groups and social media posts are a great avenue for targeted searches. There are groups and pages tailored for incoming freshmen, transfer students, individuals in the same major and more. As a plus, students in these groups tend to offer detailed bios outlining their habits and the type of roommate they envision getting along with.
Popular Facebook pages include:
- Georgia Tech Subleases and Roommates
- Emory and Georgia Tech Subleases and Roommates
- Georgia Tech Housing and Sublease Community
On a personal note, I discovered my freshman year roommate by sending her a direct message after coming across her bio post on Instagram and we’ve been great friends ever since!
Additionally, many student-focused apartment complexes offer roommate matching services to streamline the process for you. When completing your application, expect questions about your living habits and preferences. By sharing this information, the leasing teams are able to pair you with someone else seeking a roommate.
Step 4: Decide If it is a Good Fit
One of the biggest aspects of guaranteeing a successful living arrangement with a potential roommate is making sure that you share somewhat compatible lifestyles.
Don’t hesitate to ask about the other person’s living habits. What’s their typical wake-up and bedtime? How frequently do they tidy up their living space? What are their on-campus organizations? How do they feel about visitors?
It’s important to establish clear expectations early on in order to set boundaries with a roommate. Understanding each other’s expectations is key to avoiding conflict.
It’s crucial to recognize that a good friendship doesn’t automatically translate to being great roommates. If your lifestyles and living habits differ significantly, there’s a risk of straining your friendship due to roommate disagreements. However, if you’re confident in your ability to share a living space, rooming with close friends can become one of the most enjoyable chapters of your life.
We hope this article helps in your roommate search. Feel free to reach out to the Rambler Atlanta leasing team if you have any questions during your housing search!
