What activity should a college student be set at?

xdaysbingefree

At the moment, I only log my gym workouts, and I don't log walking around campus or the city.

While I do spend time sitting and studying and sitting in class, I'm not really sure if I should consider myself to be sedentary. It is approximately a 10 minute walk to get my classes, and I also have to climb the stairs to the third floor of my dorm (we don't get elevator access) every single time I want to go to my room. I also have to walk to places like CVS or the grocery store, each of which are a 15-20 minute walk.

Should I set my lifestyle to "lightly active" or "active" in order to account for all of this walking?

Drastiic

It doesn't really matter which you choose. All that matters is that you pick one and stay at that amount for around 3 weeks. Then adjust based off your results.

Here's a simple calculation.

Estimated TDEE = Multiply your weight in lbs x 15.
To lose weight = Subtract 20-35%
Follow plan for 3 weeks.
Adjust accordingly.

Example:
Assuming you're 140 lbs.
Estimated TDEE = 140 x 15 = 2100
20% of 2100 = 420 --> 2100-420=1680 (0.84 lbs per week)
35% of 2100 = 735 --> 2100-735=1365 (1.47 lbs per week)
In this example to lose weight, eat between 1400-1650 calories. Follow plan for 3 weeks. Adjust accordingly.

Then, go here:
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat-loss/adjusting-the-diet.html