Getting myself through college has been the hardest thing I have ever had to do in my life- not that I have actually faced more than a handful of actual real world challenges. I've learned how to balance my adult responsibilities and my school work. Those who know me well know I've worked full-time through college. The cost of books for a semester alone is more than I pay for rent each month. Here is a good time to mention I had to spend $250 on a used book this semester.

After high school, I took a leap of faith and went off on my own to college. Yeah, I picked a school in my hometown, but I've done the whole college thing pretty much on my own. I occasionally have to ask my wonderful parents for help (but what college student doesn't?). The success I have found while in college is completely all my own. I didn't depend on anyone else to get here.

I'll be honest, as a freshman, I didn't think I had it in me. My spring semester I watched 5 of my closest friends drop-out and I just figured I would be one of them too. Thankfully I proved myself wrong.

I've learned so much in the last 3 years. I cant even begin to explain it. I can explain to you exactly how an egg and sperm cell grow into an infant child. I've also learned so much about myself. Not to mention the handful of life hacks I have depended on just to get this far.

If you are debating if college is for you, all I can say is try it. Whether you go for one semester or go on to get your masters, college challenges you. It tests your limits more than you have ever experienced before. It stretches you as thin as you can. It's the most stressful but yet fascinating experiences you'll most likely ever have.

Yeah, it's expensive but it should be. OK, it could be a little more affordable (there is not doubt in that), but the price tag isn't what matters. What matters is what you take away from it. It matters the person that comes out with the degree.

Just remember to take a deep breath and do it.