Can a compatible roommate make moving to a new city less lonely for an Aggie grad?

Quick answer

Yes. A good roommate can provide an immediate social anchor—someone to try the neighborhood with, attend an apartment event, go to an Aggie gathering or simply have dinner with during the first weeks. Grant becomes especially pro-roommate when sharing also unlocks a stronger social neighborhood or better building. Compatibility still matters more than simply avoiding living alone.

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