Just a little over a year ago, I found myself making the all important decision of where I was going to get my education for the next four years. This is a huge decision, but what I finally decided changed my life forever, for the better. When I decided to go away for college, I immediately found out I had made one of the best decisions I had ever made. Of course, going away to college is not for everyone. But for those who do, or those thinking about possibly embarking on that journey, I'd like to share a couple of things this experience has in store for you. Here are the ten best things about going away for college.
1.You get to experience something different than your hometown.
Sure, growing up in your hometown was great. I mean, it's really all you've ever known. But it's time for a change. Exploring and especially living in a new place is a new and exciting experience you have to have.
2. You get a taste of independence
Your entire life you've been living by the rules of your parents. Not that that is a bad thing, but when you finally get to call the shots, it feels good! You get to decide how you want to live your life. Even though you probably still need the help and guidance of your family, at least for a while you get a tiny taste of the grown-up world.
3. You can leave any previous drama behind you
You basically get to start your life over when you start a new chapter in a different place. Whether you had fights, a not so good year, or just anything undesirable, you are able to leave it behind.
4. Everyone misses you while you're gone
As the saying goes "absence makes the heart grown fonder". This couldn't be truer if you go away to college. You'll get a ton of "I miss you when are you coming home?". It feels good to be missed.
5. Meet amazing new people
Some of the most amazing people you'll ever meet in your life come from your college! These great people will make your experience at college worthwhile. And you make some best friends for life.
6. Learn so much about yourself
When you're forced to be on your own and make your decisions, you start to realize a lot of things about yourself you never knew before. Like how much you love to take walks by yourself at sunset, or how you like to study in the library instead of your room. You find yourself in college.
7. Everything is right there
Whether it be your source of food or a quiet place to do your homework, it is all right there on your campus. So everything is a lot easier to get done.
8. You get the best of both worlds
You get to live in the area of your school and your hometown. You reap the benefits of both.
9. Your college best friend's family becomes your family
This is super important especially if you go really far from home. Not being able to see your family all the time is really hard, but being basically adopted by your best friend's family makes it so much more bearable. They really get you through the college days and help you feel at home.
10. It is super fun!
Above all, going away to college is one of the best experiences you can have. There's so much fun to be had. It is so worth it
