Decisions Decisions For some, moving out has been a lifelong dream. For others it can be a source of anxiety. The transition from high school to college is an exciting and stressful time for many students. There are a multitude of decisions to be made before actually starting college. There are many differences to take into consideration when making a decision to live at home or in the dorm for college. Some important factors include cost, responsibility and lifestyle. First of all, an important deciding factor is related to cost. Everything from the cost of living in the dorm, room decor, food, and toiletries must be considered. The cost of living in the dorm room can be very expensive versus living at home and letting your parents continue to fit the bill. Decorating the dorm can make the dramatic transition from a lifelong room to …show more content…
“Moving into a dorm most often requires a roommate” (Berry). For some this can be a major lifestyle change. They have to learn to share space and possibly reside with a complete strangers. If you decide to live at home you will not have to consider these possible issues. Living in the dorm can come with an overwhelming amount of freedom. Moving out from under your parents roof, means they are not there to influence your decisions such as bed time and making good choices. If you decide to live at home during college you may continue to have strict rules in place and limited freedom. The last lifestyle to consider when making your decision is socialization. Dorm life allows you to meet people outside of your usually social scene. With multiple campus activities available there are opportunities to create a feeling of connection and push you to engage in events out of your comfort zone. “Living at home may not provide you with the same experiences or opportunities, but it can keep you in touch with your friends from home”
Going away to college is a great way for people to meet new friends and experience new things. Usually a setting unlike their home will help them with both of these experiences. While this may not be true for everyone, I believe everyone should try living in an area unlike his or her own. This is what develops a person intellectually and socially.
When you graduate high school you have your choice of what kind of an education you want to get. You have your choice of going to a 4-year university, or a 2-year college. In order to decide you will compare the two and use the comparisons to come up with your final decision. Questions to ask yourself would be, what are you looking for in college, how do you want to learn, and how much money do you have to work with. Comparing University and Community college the first thing that comes to mind is the difference in price. Certain Universities are more expensive than others. The difference in price is because of the difference in price and size, also because of the difference in the educational program they have. The price for a University can also differ with whether or not you are going to live there. With a Community college the price will differ significantly. The difference in price strands for the difference in size, teaching and living. At a Community college you have a smaller campus, the curriculum is different and yo...
High school and college differ in a variety of different ways that separate the two in a significant manner. High school is designed to prepare the student for college and on the other hand college is designed to prepare the student for reality. I’ve personally been enrolled in high school and college institutions, therefore I have experienced the reality of both. Many high school scholars enroll in college thinking that they’ll have nearly the same responsibilities and expectations in which they had to exceed in high school, which is very untrue. College is difficult and isn’t a push over like high school, so put forth your best effort. Although high school and college may seem similar, they are in fact surprisingly different regarding housing
College makes students see life as a young adult because the student’s parents are not around while they are enrolled at a university. College will give people a feeling of freedom by not being around their parents when having to make difficult decisions. Students can do whatever they want to do without any hesitation. It will let students make mistakes and learn from them. Students being to make life long relationships. Students basically gain independence when they are out there by themselves with no type of help. Students that are in college can be exposed to worst things like drugs and alcohol. Students will learn that it is time to grow out and come to the reality of working and making a living of something. Also, in college students experience fraternities or sororities they can join unlike high school. Students learn that if paper works needs filling out they are held responsible for filing the paperwork out. The student has to make sure he or she has food to eat so they might have to eventually get a job to buy the food. Freshmans get to experience all the new activities or clubs that are at the college or university they are attempting to attend. The seniors of the college realize that it soon will be time to move out of their guardian’s house and start a journey of their own by moving out and getting their personal place. At some universities they have dorms, which sometimes be shared with roommates . Roommates
Big colleges have a much wider variety of housing opportunities for students than a small college does. While some small colleges do offer housing options, there are some small colleges who do not offer housing. Waiting lists for housing at a big college may be longer than at a small college. Some small colleges have no waiting lists. As for some students, while bigger campuses may work better for them, a small college campus environment may be a more preferable choice for some
One way to compare and contrast high school life and college life is student population. The population in college far exceeds high school enrollment. In high school the average number of students is seven hundred fifty and in college the average number of students is approximately seven thousand. Also, in college the authority figures are less visible than in high school. In high school, teachers restrain the students in all activities and events. Where as, in college the students are given more freedom to control themselves. Another difference is, in high school the hours are set in block form with no flexibility because the schedule is set by administration. College classes are more flexible because students get to choose what hours during the day they want to attend a class if an alternative is available.
As a student of East Texas Baptist University living in centennial residence hall is difficult. I having to ask people to use their kitchen just to make a simple thing like waffles. I even want at least peace and quiet without my roommates being loud with visitors. Living in centennial or any of the other dorms is not the same as being able to live on your own where you have time to yourself. After my freshman year I was trying to live off campus because these dorms are really expensive. At East Texas Baptist University you have to be 21 to live off campus unless living with a parent. I believe that since you are able to do other things at the age of 18 you should be able to live off campus on your own.
According to Emily Driscoll from foxbusiness.com, the competitive nature of college and new expenses are major factors that bring extra anxiety to new students. Many students are not just looking to go to the nearby home university; some have aspirations to get into the Ivy League or top medical schools and law schools which present extreme competition to simply get in the door (Driscoll, E.) Excelling in high school socially and academically is easy compared to college so the challenges of what to expect will have students feeling the stress just anticipating it. The process of leaving home includes leaving that social support of the family being there in house, adding personal responsibilities that involve changes to daily routines. There are so many more distractions in college that make it harder to focus and have priorities in the proper order (Driscoll, E.) Elizabeth Scott from stress.about.com notes how with...
Students who make the transition from high school into college have difficulty adjusting because many are not used to being on their own nor their new environment. Entering college, you come to understand that it is not the same as high school. There are crucial differences like the level of academic responsibilities, time management and scheduling, as well as the method of learning. College and high school are different in many ways but they both ultimately share the same goal in teaching students to learn.
Transitioning from high school to college is a major stepping-stone in one’s life. You separate from the people you have grown up with. You might move away from home. You learn to rely on yourself. You have to make new friends. You have to adapt to your new environment. Bottom line is, every aspect of college can be stressful.
You have to take into consideration of what kind of food you are eating because you need to remember everyone has different likes and dislikes. Especially if you are both home at the same time for meal times. Cleaning actually gets mom or else your roommate does not think you are a cleanly person. When you are living with someone you cannot have gross habits, most of the time if that happens no one wants to be your roommate. When you are combining two peoples skills, you can work together to get things done in a professionally amount of time.
Students living on campus don’t have to worry about time because they live in the college. On the other hand, students who commute to school, have to worry about getting to class on time. Students living on campus don’t have to waste money on transportation or food since it is all covered under a plan. Unlike commuters, who aren’t covered under a plan, they have to pay more money to get to school as well as for food. Students who live on campus tend to know more people and they know more about what’s going on around campus. However, students, who commute, don’t have that advantage because they are home most of the time. Living on campus can be more beneficial than living at home in many ways.
Did you know about 60% of the college students live at home with their parents? According to the kark4 news today many college students prefer to stay at home than to stay in a dorm or rent an apartment.(kark4) There are many benefits toward living with family. The disadvantages of living in a dorm or an apartment are their finance problems, the influence of parties, having privacy and roommate problems, being lazy, not setting boundaries and goals, challenges of social life, being in relationships, not making the best choices, challenges of landlords, and the need for a job. Although, some young adults like to feel responsible, and feel like they are an adult.
The biggest difference between high school and college is the amount of responsibilities and independence. The biggest difference between high school and college is the amount of responsibilities and independence that I have. I am responsible for registering for the classes, I need to take, meeting with a counselor, paying for me fees, and ordering my parking permit. College is a lot of pressure because it can really determine my future. If you do not succeed in college then it’s my fault, my money and time that is wasted.
Living at home students are more likely to eat healthier foods, freshly cooked meals in a kitchen at home that is better for their budget and better for their bodies. Staying at home provides having particular household tasks and broad accountability for the room the student stays in. Another thing about staying at home is personal hygiene, it is nonpublic and you can spend all the time you want without worrying about others. Staying at home assurances the fact that tuition will be cheaper than another state and you can get involved in all the activities you want while still feeling comfortable. Although staying at home involves a lot of errands, it also provides more offers personal space and the opportunity to relax, study or work any time of the