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MeetYourClass is a free college roommate finder for incoming students. 1,000,000+ students have signed up across 1,500+ colleges. Pick your school, filter your future classmates by major, sleep schedule and interests, and message the people you click with. When you find your match, request each other through your school's housing portal.

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How to get started looking for roommates & friends?

Looking for a roommate? Here's how to get started:

1

Create a profile

Prospective class of 2031 college students' roommate profile: Political Science, coffee lover, from Pennsylvania. Connect!
Step 1

Create a profile

Sign up and create your profile to join MeetYourClass and explore all the students at your school.

2

Filter through people

College roommate matching tags: neat freak, messy, night owl, spontaneous, activism - Find your perfect fit!
Step 2

Filter through people

Narrow down by major, interests, sleep schedule, and more.

3

Message your match

Two college students messaging on MeetYourClass, discussing common interests and finding potential roommates.
Step 3

Send a DM to connect

Found someone compatible? Message them directly to start the conversation.

Step 4

Find your ideal roommate

It's super easy to create and customize your profile. Get started today and begin searching for your perfect roommate, gym partner, study buddy, or best friend!

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Websites to find a college roommate

Most incoming students use some mix of Facebook groups, their class Instagram page, their school housing portal and a roommate app. Here is how the most common options compare.

OptionCostHow you find peopleBest for
Facebook groupsFreeJoin your school's incoming class group, scroll through intro posts and message people one by one.Saying hello to your class. There are no filters, and posts get buried quickly.
School housing portalsUsually included with your housing applicationFill out the school's roommate questionnaire and the housing office suggests or approves matches.Making a room assignment official. Many schools only open it after you apply for housing.
RoomSyncSet up by your school, if it uses RoomSyncYour school sends an invite after you sign your housing contract. Answer lifestyle questions, see compatibility scores and send mutual roommate requests.Official requests at schools that use it. It only opens once you are in the housing process.
RoomsurfFree to sign upTake a roommate matching quiz and browse students from your school ranked by how well your answers match.Comparing quiz-based compatibility with students at your school.
Class Instagram pagesFree to post on MeetYourClass pagesPost a photo and short intro on your school's class Instagram page, then follow and DM the classmates who comment or post.Getting seen by your whole incoming class. Finding a roommate still takes searching and messaging.
MeetYourClassFreeSearch students at your college, filter by major, interests and sleep schedule, then message them directly. Your school's class Instagram page and group chats are linked too.Finding and talking to people before you commit, across 1,500+ colleges.

How to find a roommate in college

  1. 1

    Pick your college and create a free profile

    Sign up, choose your school and add a few photos and a short bio so people know who you are.

  2. 2

    Share what matters to you

    Add your major, sleep schedule, how tidy you are and what you like to do, so the right people stand out.

  3. 3

    Filter and browse

    Narrow the class down by the things you care about and save the profiles that feel like a fit.

  4. 4

    Message a few people

    Start a conversation with several students and ask the questions that count. Our list of questions to ask potential roommates is a good place to start.

  5. 5

    Get to know them, then make it official

    Chat or video call before you decide, then follow your school's housing process to request each other.

Found your roommate? Set ground rules together with our free roommate agreement template, then plan who brings what with our college packing list.

Roommate Finder Frequently Asked Questions

How does the MeetYourClass roommate finder work?

Create a free profile, pick your college and add what matters to you, like your major, sleep schedule and how tidy you are. Then filter your incoming class by those details and message the people who look like a fit.

Is the MeetYourClass roommate finder free?

Yes, completely free. You can search and message as much as you want.

How do I find a roommate for college?

Most incoming students use a mix of their class Facebook group or Instagram page, their school's housing portal and a roommate finder like MeetYourClass. Talk to a few people before you decide, then request each other through housing.

Do I still need to use my school's housing portal?

Yes. Finding someone on MeetYourClass doesn't assign you a room. Once you agree to live together, you both request each other through your school's housing application, usually by the housing deadline.

Should I get a random roommate or pick my own?

Either can work. Picking your own lets you check habits like sleep schedule and cleanliness first, while going random can introduce you to someone you'd never have met. If you choose, talk to a few people before you commit.

What should I look for in a college roommate?

Look for someone with a similar schedule, similar habits around cleanliness and guests, and a compatible social life. A good living situation matters more than being best friends. What makes a good roommate

What questions should I ask a potential college roommate?

Ask about sleep schedules, cleanliness, guests, study habits and how they handle conflict. We put together a list of 50 questions to get you started. 50 questions to ask

What websites can I use to find a roommate?

Common options are class Facebook groups, school housing portals, RoomSync if your school uses it, your class Instagram page, Roomsurf and MeetYourClass, with 1,000,000+ students across 1,500+ colleges.