Finances
Provides coverage for belongings, liabilities and possibly living expenses in case of a loss event.
What is Renters Insurance
This is what you should do when your roommate has had the significant other move in to your apartment without your consent?
What is...
Talk with the roommate kindly, but if not change, notify the leasing office (violation of lease)
Spaces allocated for commuter students to park.
What is orange parking spaces
Apartment complexes typically do this once a month or every other month.
What is...
Maintenance checks (the management should provide a notice)
This is a way that some students pay their rent for part of the academic year
What is a refund check
This is the payment method that, in most cases, reduces the cost of gas by 5 to 10 cents per gallon.
What is cash
What is an option for a student who may not be able to remain in their apartment for the entirety of the lease.
What is a sub-lease
Bus routes that transport students from large commuter lots.
What is orange, blue, and purple routes
Most apartment complexes charge this for having a dog or cat
What is...
Pet fees and/or rent (typically require an initial payment, as well)
What is a reasonable amount to budget for gas per week for this student: College student, sophomore year, involved in an organization that has programming in the evenings, has class Monday-Thursday?
What is...
Aprox. $45-50
This is the grocery store that sells meat and organic foods at a lower price than most other grocery stores. Hint: Nearby campus
What is Aldi
What should you do if you notice that your roommate has not been going to class and staying in their room more often?
What is...
Attempt to talk with them. If you’re still concerned, submit a CARE report.
An option for students (2 or more) to ride together and in most cases, have a specific parking space different from commuter spaces and could be free?
What is carpooling (must apply)
This is a place where you can find home décor at a low cost. (Hint: Near campus)
What is...
Five Below
This is acceptable forms of payment for rent.
What is a money order, cashier’s check, online check, or check
This can be included in rent cost or must be paid for separately.
What is utilities (light, water, sewage)
Rent is due on the first of the month. How many days do you have to pay your rent before it is considered late?
What is...
Typically 5; review lease and be mindful of late fees
This is what you should budget for as it relates to a Clemson Commuter parking pass.
What is $178 (as of 2019-2020, full academic year of parking)
Be mindful of this when purchasing furniture.
What is interest rates
Final Jeopardy!
Create a sample budget for a college student living off campus (see worksheet)
See worksheet
This is not required after your first year. However, some students choose to have this just in case. Hint: iRoar
What is a meal plan
This how can you hold your roommate accountable as it relates to noise, temperature, guests, etc.
What is a roommate agreement
This is the discount on a ticket payment if paid within 15 days.
What is 50%
Most apartment complexes require this to park on site.
What is...
Parking pass (be mindful when you have guests)
See 400 of this column
See 400 of this column