Requiring college students to live on campus

[Casey Dale]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Maryland
My son attends a private liberal arts college in PA, and will be senior next fall. Can a residential college require that a student stay on campus and reside in on-campus housing senior year? A senior privilege is living off campus in a college-owned apartment, selection determined by a lottery. In light of the economy, and paying nearly $50,000/year for tuition, room and board, we are considering letting him commute or rent an inexpensive apartment near the campus. Because we are not on financial aid, he cannot work on campus. All jobs are for students on financial aid. Your insight and help is much appreciated. Thank you.

 

[NotClueless]

private liberal arts college

The college has the right to set their rules.

My neighbor has two children at the same college. Because they are brother and sister (male & female), they weren't allowed to share an apartment. It could be possibly immoral. Their college - can set the rules as they like.

Nothing wrong with child working at a regular job part-time to help defray the costs.