<p>Thank you poseidon2, I’m planning to have the orientation as early as possible hopefully then go on my trip and be back before the 2nd orientation. </p>
<p>As for friends, I’m sure I’ll manage. As for self-reporting using STARS they need you to send a transcript later for verification anyway so why don’t I just send in the one I have.</p>
<p>I typically spend up to $10 a meal here in NY anyway.</p>