Going To College Research Paper

No matter how many movies you watch, no matter how many stories you read, and no matter how many questions you ask, college is never what you expect it to be; especially if you are not going away to a four-year school. All throughout their high school years, teens dream about moving away, gaining an independence, and maybe even joining Greek life. When I decided to go to a community college senior year of high school, I felt a variety of emotions. Sadness was the most prevalent emotion. I chose to go to a community college because I was paying for college on my own (as so many college students do). I chose the logical path instead of the popular one. I would receive my Associate degree in two years and transfer to a university. This option …show more content…
I made more friends at this university, and I have since gone on a multitude of adventures. I understand that my college experience is not your typical one, but I feel I gained more independence and responsibility than I think I would have ever had at a four-year college. Working two jobs, going to school full time, and also going on adventures have prepared me and have made me capable of handling my own life when I am ready to step into the real world. When teenagers begin the new chapters in their lives, college, they want to get different things out of it. Some may want to release their inner party animal while others may want their independence. To those teenagers who are about to embark on college and are either commuting to a university or attending a community college, IT IS NOT ORDINARY--It’s EXTRAORDINARY! Though you may be missing out on living in a small, jammed packed dorm room, having fire alarms go off at the most inconvenient hours, and having cafeteria food on a daily basis; living at home, while going to school, allows you time to find yourself and do what you love. If you are reading this and you found yourself where I was two years ago, get up, go out and do what you love: start living your