People who have gone to or going to university of michigan. ?

Question

Do you have to live in a dorm the first year?

Answer 1

I think it's strongly recommended, but not required (I know a few people who lived at home and commuted, or had apartments as freshmen).

However - living in the dorms is a really good experience, especially if you're in a program like Honors, WISE, HSSP, etc.  It's nice to be able to make friends with people down the hall, and there's something to be said for midnight coffee runs and spontaneous hall dance parties.  RA's are also a good resource for helping you get adjusted, pick classes, etc.