Transferring

austinmshauri
Sun, 18 Oct 2015 16:48:52 +0000

There’s not much financial aid for transfers, so I wouldn’t give up on your current situation without having a financially affordable option unless you’re satisfied with community college being your backup plan. If you need financial aid, you need to let go of the CA schools because they’re often too expensive for OOS students. How much can your parents afford/year? What were your SAT/GPA scores? Look for schools that you have a good chance of being admitted to that will be affordable for your family. But don’t withdraw from your current school unless you have an acceptance to an affordable school.

I agree that you should see your school counselor. I also think you should quit blaming your mom because you’re unhappy. If you let yourself believe you won’t be happy unless you’re at your dream school, it’s going to be tough being happy anywhere else. Have you tried joining clubs? Are there activities you could join? My son’s college posts a weekly lists of activities. See if your school does too. When you go to events, look around to see if there’s anyone there on their own. I’m pretty sure there are other freshmen in your situation. If you try to find them, it will shift your focus from your situation and that may help your attitude. Good luck.