Many colleges don't have different pay rates. I pay the same for my junior's single studio-like housing with its own kitchen and bathroom as when she was a freshman in a triple dorm that can only be described as a halfway house. |
1) I think you are out of touch. Many colleges have basement dorm rooms. 2) In SoCal - the basement may end up being nice and cool. 3) Having a single isn't the worst thing - make friends with your neighbors. My best friend in college had the single next to me. Her room was always the hangout place because it was never going to be an imposition on anyone else. Have your DD set up her room in a way that leaves space for gathering and has some friendly seating options for guests. |
OP did not say it was private |
DP: I found the study: https://content.tcmediasaffaires.com/LAF/lacom/summer2016.pdf |
Even if it is private, many will tell you "tough luck and fill out the housing reassignment form." I'm pretty sure I go to the college that OP is talking about and every year parents/first years huff and puff about the lack of AC until they arrive in California and realize the weather is nice |
This is not uncommon timing for room/dorm assignments |
My kids had really firm ideas about dorm living, so that was a necessary stop on all tours and priority issue prior to making deposit. They wouldn’t accept offer unless they got what they wanted, period. For some, it’s a really big deal. |
This. My DS got his room assignment and roommate info the first week of August as a freshman. He moved in Labor Day weekend. |
Worrying/complaining about the freshman year dorm assignment is practically a rite of passage.
Let it go, OP, this too shall pass. Plenty of dorms in more humid locales don't have AC. Get the Woo Zoo fan if needed. It'll be fine. |
This ^ - I am usually cold (more often than hot) in SoCal because of the temp drops after sunset. |
Have the doctor say his allergies require ac. |
The single will be a blessing. It's amazing to have your own space while transitioning into college. If she is looking for community, I'm sure her dorm hall, classes, clubs, and new-found friends will provide it. Many times in college my dorm was nothing more than a place to sleep. |
I doubt a basement room will even need a fan. Evening in Southern California is not that hot. |
OP I am not going to judge because my kid would hate this. I also think if you are super far away then comfort in form means even more. I would reach out to the housing coordinator and ask if something can be done. My guess is there is a student there who wants a single and got a double. I would also see if you have a medical reason that you could get a note on. My DC has allergies and would be miserable in a basement. Anyway worth a try. |
I've never heard of anyone who wants a double getting a single—it's usually the other way around! |