Will I regret not transferring schools?

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Wed, 18 Aug 2021 14:20:14 +0000

Growing pains.

Fear of the unknown.

Your resistance to change is probably mostly due to the fact that no students were on campus when you visited.

Georgetown is preppy. Is that a positive or a negative for you ?

P.S. Just read your prior post which shares that you are transferring from the University of Michigan paying resident tuition.

Georgetown will be a big change from Michigan because of the difference in size & in type of location (college town versus nation’s capitol).

In my view, you are transferring from the best campus & college town in the country to what is arguably the top program in the country / world for your area of study. Easy to understand why you are conflicted. You won’t know whether or not this is the right move for you until you complete this year. You are fortunate to be able to attend Georgetown University for the same COA as a resident of Michigan at the University of Michigan. Wash DC is the most formal city in the country. I would love to read about your thoughts & experiences throughout this year. Good luck !

In short, big change. You are going from one great environment to another outstanding opportunity, but in a very different environment. Better to be excited than scared. You are going to miss the University of Michigan; the question is will you love Georgetown ?

In my view, your mom is right. She wants the best for you & Georgetown SFS is the best program for your interests. Plus, the University of Michigan is a great option for grad school or law school.

It will be an adjustment with respect to the typical student encountered as well as with respect to the different campus culture.

NOTE: Your thread title is confusing since you are transferring.

FINALLY: It should be stated that for your major area of study, transferring to Georgetown is wise. Despite the social & cultural differences–and they will be apparent–Georgetown’s SFS is outstanding.