Uni student living at home 'wasn't ready' to move away
Summary
A university in Gloucestershire says about one-third of new students are living at home or traveling to campus instead of living on campus to save money. The University of Gloucestershire has added flexible housing options, discounted travel, and special facilities to help these students.Key Facts
- One-third of students starting courses at University of Gloucestershire live at home or commute.
- Students choose this to be financially better off and avoid high housing costs.
- The university offers flexible accommodation for students to stay near campus up to three nights a week.
- Discounted travel and commuter-specific facilities are provided to support these students.
- Some students say living at home helps them stay close to family, maintain jobs, and keep pets.
- Commuting students still socialize and meet peers through university activities.
- The university hopes these options help students enjoy university without the financial stress of moving out.
- Rising living costs influence students’ decisions to live at home or commute.
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