But despite the free tuition, many students in Scotland still take out loans in order to pay for accommodation and living expenses. Jeff J Mitchell/Getty ImagesSince student housing isn't paid for by the government, many people opt to live with their parents, like I did. Others will take out a student loan or bursary, which is provided by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). The student housing itself is also different to the US. While many universities in the US offer dorms with shared rooms, there are typically no shared bedrooms in Scotland's student accommodation.

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Persons: Jeff J Mitchell Organizations: Strathclyde University, Student, Agency Scotland Locations: Scotland, Glasgow's