Moving away for college?

[Twisterdog]

I moved from Wyoming to Indiana to go to college ... 1,500 miles, 24 hours. I had never moved at all before that, I had lived in the same town, same house, even same bedroom since I was born.

It was scary sometimes, since I didn't know a single soul at first. But you make friends where ever you are, and it's especially easy at college, since you meet people quickly with the same interests and aspirations as you. But I LOVED it. I have never once regretted it. Yes, I got homesick sometimes, and came home on breaks whenever I could. I missed my parents, family and friends. But I grew up, learned to be an adult, and knew I could take care of myself. I had a blast, learned a lot and wouldn't trade the experience for the world.

I lived in the dorms my freshman year, it was required unless you were married or lived at home. I hated it while I was doing it ... I'm a private person and I value my space and quiet. But looking back, I'm so glad I did. It was a valued safety net in that first transitional year between my parents' home and my own apartment. I would highly recommend you live in the dorms at least a year. You can always get an apartment after that.

I say go for it! Once in a lifetime experience, run with it!!

[Pembroke_Corgi]

I never lived in the dorms personally except for when I studied abroad for a summer and we lived in the university's hotel. I thought I would hate having a roommate, but you know what? I really liked it, and became good friends with my roommate as well as other people in the program. We all became really close because we lived together and were so far away from home.

I think it would be hard at first, but eventually you would come to really like it and could make some good friends that will help you adjust to college life. I know choosing a college is a tough decision, but hopefully you will get to visit some of them and find one you really like. Good luck!