🎓🐾 Should I Live with a Roommate After Graduation in My New City? (From a Fresh Aggie Perspective)
Howdy y’all! As a brand-new Texas A&M grad, one of the biggest questions I had moving to my new city wasn’t just where to live—it was who to live with. Do I jump into adulthood full force with my own place? Or do I team up with a roommate and split the costs (and maybe the fridge space too)?
I’ll break down what I learned, and maybe it’ll help some of my fellow Aggies who are packing up for their first post-college adventure!
💰 The Money Factor
Let’s be real: rent in most big cities isn’t cheap. A roommate can cut your rent and utilities in half (sometimes even more if you’re in a 3-bedroom). That savings could mean more money for things you actually want—like traveling, building your savings, or, let’s be honest, weekend trips back to College Station for Aggie games.
On the flip side, living alone is expensive. But for some, the privacy is worth every penny.
🏡 Lifestyle and Independence
After four years of dorms, apartments, and maybe even squeezing multiple roommates into a tiny space near campus, you might be craving independence. Having your own apartment gives you control—over your space, your schedule, and whether or not dishes pile up in the sink.
But… living alone can get lonely. Especially in a brand-new city where you don’t know many people yet. Having a roommate can give you a built-in social circle and someone to explore the city with.
👯♂️ Who You Live With Matters
If you go the roommate route, choose wisely. Living with another Aggie, a friend from college, or even a coworker can make the transition easier. But if you barely know the person (like finding someone on Facebook Marketplace or through a random roommate service), you’ll want to be clear about expectations—cleaning, guests, bills, noise.
📈 Career & Lifestyle Goals
Ask yourself:
Do I want a quiet space to work from home or study for certifications?
Do I want to host friends or keep things low-key?
Do I want to use my apartment mostly as a crash pad or as my main social space?
Your answers will point you toward whether solo living or roommate life makes more sense.
🤔 My Aggie Takeaway
For me, as much as I loved the idea of independence, starting out in a brand-new city with a roommate made the transition easier—and lighter on my bank account. But I know some Aggies who went solo right after graduation and loved having that independence from day one.
The good news? Your first apartment doesn’t have to be forever. You can always start with a roommate for a year, then move out on your own once you’ve got your footing.
💬 Fellow Ags—what did y’all do after graduation? Roommate or solo? Drop your experience in the comments!
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