Who REFUSES to go to college in their homestate/city? - Page 5

voidtobeimagined · 01-01-2008, 04:05 PM

Rutgers University is almost in my backyard. My older sister is on the campus across the river, but I am not going to Rutgers unless it is the ONLY college I get into, and then I'll transfer to the first school that lets me.

MissTycoon · 01-01-2008, 05:00 PM

The worst thing is when the school in you hometown is actually a good one. But I just CANT be here anymore!!! Ive already been told that Im stupid multiple times for not applying to UWisconsin Madison but i just couldnt do it.

thesmiths · 01-01-2008, 05:16 PM

Me, and I live in New York City.

I hate New York City for a number of reasons - the pompous people, the overcrowded areas, etc. Most of the schools I've applied to are in CA, with a few exceptions. I think a little time away from here would be good for me, as coming back would truly make me appreciate what I, frankly, don't see about this place.

Oh, and it's too HECTIC! Ideally, I would love to go to college somewhere in Bay Area or SoCal. I loved the time I had there.

sarabear · 01-01-2008, 05:28 PM

I just think too many kids from your own highschool go to in state schools and I would prefer to meet a HUGE new crop of kids, (at least if you are from a smaller state like me) so I am going to avoid applying to state schools. Plus New Hampshire isn't that much of a 'happening' place...if you know what I mean?

world changer · 01-01-2008, 06:21 PM

I think it's kind of bratty to outright refuse to stay in state...especially if your parents are financing your education.

I'm not applying to any schools in my state, but that's a determination that I came to with parental agreement. I never refused or made demands about it.

oregonianmom · 01-01-2008, 06:42 PM

My son did not want to apply to any schools in Oregon. He will be going out of state for certain. I guess I understand his desire to want to get away and see something new.

hyakku · 01-01-2008, 07:37 PM

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^Try living somewhere where it's close to 80 all year 'round.

I will be quite soon hopefully. I've been all around the south, so its nothing new. I was in VA for christmas where it was like 60 degrees one of those days before Christmas. Meanwhile back home there was still ice on the ground and it was like 22 with wind chill factor. All I'm saying is that most people I know who are all excited about snow (my next door neighbor had never seen snow before or really experienced winter) get over it. Fast. Like, within a day or two fast. I guess you have to go through not feeling your hands or toes or having to drive at 15 mph because of icy roads until you understand what a northeastern winter is really like. We have the ocean on one side the lakes on another (sort of) and the River (St lawrence or whatever) at the north. Its terrible, absolutely terrible, but its alright once you get used to it, I just can't imagine WANTING to be in that environment.

world changer · 01-01-2008, 11:13 PM

I've lived in both extremes.

The upper great lake states (-60 with windchill in the winter) and Las Vegas (115 with hot wind in the summer). Neither are exactly great, but which one you'd rather have...it varies by individual. We all have different preferences.

BoredPirate · 01-02-2008, 12:15 AM

Although I enjoy going to high school, I feel like going anywhere in Florida won't have the same experience as going out of state, and rather just a more intellectual version of high school.

moviefreak126 · 01-02-2008, 04:37 AM

As a Californian, I'm not sure I would survive the weather in NY or IL. I'm applying to schools there though. As for those who have said that they need to meetnew people and not just those in high school, I completely understand. The people in my class: I bet more than 60% will go to a community college. I just can't stand their stupidity...seriously.

mairoula517 · 01-02-2008, 08:23 AM

I won't really mind if I end up instate (I applied to Pitt and Dickinson in PA) but my top choice is in Souther California.... I really want to go!

cordova · 01-02-2008, 08:13 PM

ha. I used to tell people I would not attend a college in Georgia if they begged me to come... but here I am... reapplying to UGA. Because there is that whole thing with money and what not.

funployee · 01-02-2008, 09:07 PM

I live near Chicago and I like it. If I get into just Northwestern and my safeties, I'd go there in a heartbeat. However, I'd prefer a college experience that is more real world. AWAY FROM HOME

Liist · 01-02-2008, 09:43 PM

No way am I staying in Jacksonville with JU and UNF (which none of you have ever heard of). However UF in Gainesville and UCF in Orlando look appealing.

Georgia Tech looks appealing for engineering.

cory123 · 01-02-2008, 10:00 PM

definitely agree.......................unless i get into Princeton