College: something you’ve probably been thinking about it your whole life. You grow up cheering for the school where your parents went or your favorite state schools. As it becomes closer and closer to the days when applications are due, you’ve probably gone through some struggles through high school. Mean girls, broken hearts, pressure, stress, and more are almost guaranteed in high school. Not saying that these issues aren’t seen in your college days, but I can tell you that college is better in every single possible way. College is the time to try new things, make new friends and discover what you are truly passionate about.

For starters, you pretty much can start your life over. No one knows your past unless you tell them. You don’t have to be the same person you were in high school. You no longer have to pretend to be someone you aren’t or pretend to be into things that you truly aren’t. College gives you the option to meet thousands of new people and find people that are similar to you and are interested in the same things as you are. Also, there is no petty high school drama in college. Everyone just wants to make friends and have a fun freshman year which is definitely a nice change compared to high school.

Another cool thing about college is that you have the chance to take classes you’re actually interested. In college you can control which classes you take and when you take them which is awesome for those of you who hate waking up early – your classes could start at 1 pm instead of 7 am like you’re used to. College = doing what you want when you want to. Also, you can wear the same outfit on Monday and Tuesday and no one will even know you’re an outfit repeater.

Your age doesn’t really matter. Freshman hanging with seniors? Totally normal here and you won’t be judged for it. You are free to make friends with any and every one. There are so many people on campus that have no idea who you are and you don't know them either! It really is the perfect place for new friendships. Plus, you finally get to meet people that actually live more than ten minutes away from where you grew up.

Having a roommate is pretty cool, especially if they are your best friend like mine is. Cleaning the room is much more fun than it used to be and every time you begin getting ready to go out it turns into a dance party. Also you always have someone to share a late night pizza order or insomnia cookies with.

Most importantly to me, you can nap – any and all the time. Since you normally have breaks in-between classes, you no longer have to wait 8 hours before taking a nap. Now your bed is less than a mile walk from your so you are free to nap between classes or after they’re done.