With limited opportunities for on-campus housing and a competitive market, students are already searching for housing for next year.

When teacher Ashley Johnson arrived in Atlanta after a cross-country move last year, she was quickly confronted with the city's affordable housing shortage, one of the worst in the country.

Talleyrand Park offers green space right in the middle of town, complete with a gazebo and ducks to feed. The cost of living runs about 15% lower than nearby State College. Grocery shopping won’t ...