<p>I was supposed to go to The University of Toledo. However money has been a big issue lately. We don’t have a car, so my mom can’t take me to my Orientation or my Move-In day. Since I’m not gonna be able to go, I was gonna just go to Columbus State Community College for a semester then go to UToledo in January for the Spring semester. We should have a car by then. Am I missing out on a lot doing this?</p>
<p>Did you already pay for your 1st semester bill? If so, I would encourage you to see if there was a friend or other family member who could bring you to move-in or lend your mom a car for a day, so you wouldn’t miss that first semester. However, if you have been able to work this out with the school and going this fall is just out of the question, then I would say you will be fine starting in January. Many schools have incoming January “starts”, and you will quickly meet people and settle in. Will your mom be able to pay for the University or could that be doubtful?</p>
<p>Hello, no I didn’t pay my 1st semester bill yet. I’ve talked to the school, and they told me it would be alright if I did this. The only thing is, I might have to pay a fee for opting out of my orientation tuesday. My financial aid package is going to cover all of my expenses, the only thing I had a problem with was having a ride there and having some things for my dorm. Thanks for the response :)</p>
<p>The thing about starting first semester at one school and then starting second semester in a different one is that you would be considered a transfer student? If money is a big deal for you, then this may not be the wisest choice because you will most likely not get much aid as a transfer student. If there’s really no way of getting there, I would consider deferring their offer and starting your first semester in the spring and then catching up on credits in the summer(s).</p>
<p>I think transportation is not a good reason to miss out on the first semester. How far away are you from the u? I agree with teachandmom that you can see if anybody you know is going to the same school and could offer you ride, also check to see if any buses run there. Starting in the spring means that other freshmen have already settled in and it may be harder for you to make friends, plus your peers have gotten the hang of schoolwork while you need to catch up.</p>
<p>^I kind of also agree with jasmineskies. I think, worst come to worst, you should get there by train and ship everything if you have to.</p>
<p>Thanks for both of your responses! I don’t know anybody going, however my mom told me that my uncle could probably take me to the move in day on the 15th. The only thing that’s bothering me is that I won’t be able to go the orientation Tuesday and it’s mandatory 
The lady I spoke to told me that, I can wait to come until January & it would be okay If I came as a transfer.</p>
<p>orientations are rarely mandatory. You can probably get around it. (Ask yourself, would you need an orientation if you go in Jan?)</p>
<p>They say since I’m two hours away It;s mandatory for me to go. My plan is to just do really well this semester at the community college, so I can transfer in jan.</p>
<p>Is there any way you can switch dates to a later one so you might be able to get a ride there?</p>
<p>So, I went to the U of Toledo website. Orientations look like they happened for all the different colleges in July. You seem like maybe you are afraid to go and now looking for a way NOT to be able to get to school. While it says orientation is mandatory, and students are charged a $110 fee for orientation on their fall bill, it also says if you don’t attend, you will still be charged, so obviously there are students who do not attend orientation and do fine. The other thing is that, with just a bit more searching, you can see all the different orientation presentations, so the information is available if you miss it and need to know how to get ID, etc, etc,.</p>
<p>If you are just nervous about going, realize that everyone gets nervous, your mom will be ok without you, and you will adjust. It could be a more difficult adjustment to try to go in January. Whatever you don’t have for your dorm room right away, you can get slowly as you have a campus job and make some money. Your roommate may have things you can borrow, etc. As long as you have some bedding and school supplies to start, that is really all you need at first. If you can at all swing it, I would get there for move-in day!</p>
<p>Thank You so much!!!My uncle is going to take me to my move in day. I’m gonna call tomorrow and let them know I’m not gonna be able to go to the orientation. I have been a little nervous your post have been very helpful :)</p>
<p>Thank you everyone! I called the school today, and they told it was okay for me to come to move in day next wednesday 
I have an orientation that Thursday.</p>
<p>Enjoy every moment, eliasp! Start collecting things at home that you already have, like a bedspread/comforter, pillow, school supplies, and of course, your clothing and personal items. Just FYI, Walmart has extra-long twin mattress pads for just under $9. You could make due with just a fitted twin extra-long sheet over the mattress pad, and cover up with a blanket and comforter if you can’t afford a whole sheet set yet. And, the t-shirt sheets are really great because they are both cool during warm weather, and offer a little warmth during the winter. Most college students just wear jeans and sweatshirts, so as long as you have those you won’t have to worry about special clothing. If your tuition bill is going to be paid, that is most of what you need to worry about, so, don’t let money stand in your way of this great opportunity. Get a campus job as soon as possible, and you may even want to think of ways you can supplement that income (my d mended clothing with her sewing machine and made cool jewelry other students wanted to buy!) There are lots of ways to make money in college. Call your mom as often as you can so she will know you are ok, and ask for help when you need it so that you will be successful! Good luck to you!</p>
<p>aw this was nice</p>
<p>try of u can in the fall. the only thing u might mess out on is a majority of people will know each other already. but dont worry. people transfer in and out all the time. whats more, people wont look at you funny just for being a transfer. youll be ok. i promise</p>