Whether it’s your first semester or your third, there’s never a shortage of anxiety when it comes time for a new roommate.
It’s true that you never really know a person until you have lived with them. While everyone has their own little habits and quirks, there are 6 types of college roommates that really stick out.
The Morning-er
Goodness– it isn’t even 8 in the morning! The Morning-er has already eaten breakfast, cleaned the kitchen, done laundry, and is now talking your head off about the rest of the day’s errands. Whew! You are half-awake, half-listening, and half- annoyed by the Morning-er’s sickening sunshine. This definitely isn’t the worst personality to have in a roommate, but it can get irritating if you’re someone who needs to wake up slowly.
The Loner
This person is quiet, perhaps shy, and keeps to themselves. You won’t have to worry about them keeping you up at night or invading your space. Though a peaceful apartment is nice, the Loner can become a bit creepy. You think you’re roommate is home, but you’re not really sure because you never see them. They’re pretty much just ghosts who pay rent.
The Partier
Opposite of the Loner is the Partier. You might see this one in the apartment more often, or you might not. It depends on where the party is. The Partier can be loud, obnoxious, self-centered, and is more likely to intrude into your personal space. They often return to the apartment late at night, possibly very drunk, and put themselves to bed as loudly as humanly possible. Does this sound familiar?
The Gamer
You’re more likely to see this type more; a lot more. That’s because they’re always in the living room, yelling obscenities through a headset. You might also notice an increase in the amount of soda cans and pizza boxes in the recycling bin. You may find their imposing presence to be rather annoying if you’re trying to study. However, if you’re a Gamer yourself, you might’ve found a new best friend.
The Neat-Freak
The Neat-Freak can be a nice roomie to have. Although this personality can be overwhelming at times and seem a little OCD, it’s nice to have active support for a clean apartment. Since the Neat-Freak tends to be an A-Type personality, he/she is usually more compatible with a study-friendly environment. So long as you don’t mind a little anxiety from the nagging here and there, you two should get along fine.
The Bum
Adverse to the Neat-Freak, the Bum does not care how the apartment looks, where something goes, or if the trash isn’t emptied for weeks. The Bum’s room looks like ancient ruins and probably stinks. Don’t plan on the Bum washing those dishes, because it’s not gonna happen. Not everyone is a Neat-Freak, but most try to respect the common space. The Bum does not. If you are living with a Bum, get used to picking up after other people – including his friends!
What personalities have your roommates had? Let us know in the comments below!
About the Author: Faith Ellis is a Digital Marketing student and owner of Ladies, Lattes, and Lifting. She has a strong passion for writing and fitness and dreams of a career in content writing. Faith lives with her husband and furbaby in North Carolina, and enjoys local food and travel in her free time.
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