Some students prefer to live university they graduate with their families and can earn their own living. However, it is also very common for young people 5 beginning university to choose to live together with other students in halls of residence. Although there are several potential downsides to this communal wa of living, there are also numerous benefits. io One of the most convincing arguments for halls of residence is that they allow students to experience independent living in a safe place with a strong sense of community. Having never lived alone, most 15 new students appreciate this supportive environment. In the same way, the presence of an official supervisor is likely to be reassuring for students and their parents. Yet another plus is that halls of 20 residence are usually very convenient because they are located on, or close to university campuses. This allows residents to save time and money