College was always an expectation and not an option for me. Not just because of familial expectations, but I understand that higher education is a requirement for any decent career in the modern economy. Leaning towards a career in agriculture or wildlife preservation but nothing I’ve set my heart on. I need a college education regardless. I was homeschooled after freshman year and don’t have a lot of experience in large academic settings. I saw a mental health professional but eventually stopped. I don’t think my problem is necessarily interaction on a day to day basis but rather, not having a space to be alone and do things the way I need to be comfortable, i.e. my own space for food and cooking, be alone, study in whatever environment I need (no distractions) would be a major hindrance to my ability to succeed in a college environment.
I appreciate you (and those above) taking the time to help. I think my best option is to find a university that doesn’t require on campus housing.