More students planning to live at home for university over 'insane' living costs
Students like Jessica say they worry about missing out on student life, but feel they have no choice but to stay at home.
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"I would have loved to live on campus and enjoy student life, but the price of renting is 'ridiculous' and 'insane'."
— Jessica , Other
"My first choice was Manchester and then my second was Liverpool, so I knew I could commute."
— Beatrice , Celebrity
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A university student planning to study at Liverpool John Moores University while commuting.
Beatrice is the other daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, also holding the title of princess.
A university student concerned about missing out on campus life due to living at home.
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Students like Jessica say they worry about missing out on student life, but feel they have no choice but to stay at home.
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