What is it like going to an elite boarding school?

OneExcitedDude
Mon, 28 Mar 2016 05:27:05 +0000

Hey, I’m a longtime lurker on this forum. I’m currently a freshman at a top boarding school, and just thought I may help. For me, my parents and I focused on warm clothes and stuff because I am from the south and was heading to New England. Neither I nor my roommate brought any posters so our room at the start so definitely bring decorations. At my school, anyway, the freetime is pretty good. I, however, am not as studious as most at boarding school so take that with a grain of salt.

Pros:

I learned a ton of independence, and am more confident, but at the same time more humble. It’s weird.
Access to a better education, more thoughtful people, stimulating discussion

Cons:

If you are close with your family you’ll probably miss them.

Just a few of the pros/cons