I’m sure you've heard at some point that roommates can either make or break your freshman year of college, or any year for that matter. Although horror stories of incompatible roommate matches can make for great Thanksgiving dinner conversations with the family, they really don’t fit into anyone’s ideal version of the college experience.

Finding the right college for you can be a time-consuming and overwhelming task. There are so many details that can affect your decision like the size of the campus, the majors offered, and the atmosphere in the surrounding city. Figuring out which atmosphere will allow you to make the most of your college experience should be a top priority.