Tuesday, April 29, 2008

School Things

I could use any help I can get on this decision I need to make for school. First, let me explain...

Ever since moving to Texas, I have always wanted to move back to California and continue going to school there, and this summer I actually have a great opportunity to finally do that. The only thing that is preventing me from going is the out-of-state tuition fees and that I do not know how many classes will be transferable to the school in California. I also spoke with a counselor from my current school and found out that I am only about one more semester away from earning my associates degree here. ...Before I go on, let me separate the pros and cons for each situation.

If I stay in Texas a while longer:
I will be able to complete my associates degree.
I can begin having my bank statements sent to my aunts house so that by fall 09, so I do not have to pay out-of-state tuition.
Save money.
I have a strong desire to move back to California.
May not have a job or a place to stay.

Moving to California now:
Good job and a place to stay.
Getting away from Texas.
Closer to friends and other family... and the one I love.
Enjoy the school more.
Pay more tuition.
May lose some earned credits.

What do you think?

Well, after writing these down, and talking to someone about it, I think that my best decision would be to stay in Texas a little while longer. I may lose a semester of school in the spring, but I think I will be much better off. I will have a degree and more money. But I am still having a really hard decision on choosing what I want to do, but I am leaning more towards staying now. I still need to talk to my parents about it.

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