ADHD and COLLEGE?

<p>I was diagnosed with ADHD in the middle of 10th grade. Since then I have been working diligently and staying focused in school. My medication has deeply helped and reshaped my learning in school. But before being diagnosed, I had bad school/study habits. It has come back to haunt my GPA, so it’s lower then it should be. But I’ve tried my best to make up. I am entering my final year of high school. College is creeping up closer and closer. One college that has really stuck out for me is the University of South Carolina. I would fit in perfectly academically and socially there. Also My GPA and SAT scores are good enough to get in. But the only problem is my parents. They have suggested a lot of small colleges for me, but there too small for my liking. I have always liked a lot of stimulation in and around me, since the day I was born. But since I have ADHD they aren’t sure if a big college would be suitable for me. They’re worried that I will get too caught up with distractions and big classes wouldn’t be good for me. It seems they are basing how I am now to how I’ll be when college comes around. There’s so much time till then, and I know by then I’ll be a different person for the better. Nothing is impossible, and I don’t want to regret not giving USC a shot just because I have ADHD. Also it’d be odd to let ADHD prevent me from doing what I want, considering I’ve been treated. I know I can do it and fight temptation. If it doesn’t go well then I can always transfer to a smaller college. I am really confused on what to do right now. </p>

<p>Leave comments and input on this… Thank you for taking the time to read this.</p>

<p>it depends on who u r sometimes a person w/ a LD/ADHD can thrive w/ just DSS(gives accomidations) at a big state school...some need a program at a small school or a program at a big school(theres only a few of those..like Arizona and Hofstra i wouldnt reccomend Hofstra ur not Mainstreamed 1st semester..) or a DSS at a small school...thats the choices...heres a example of someones list who wants a LD/ADD school thats small in the NE
American International College
Adelphi
Centenary
Curry(GREAT program)
Manhattanville..
St. Thomas Aquianas..</p>

<p>U might wanna look into UNC USC(like u said) Arizona(not state) SIUC</p>

<p>I agree with the last poster... U of Arizona will give you a huge, diverse college environment but their SALT program will help your parents feel comfortable becuase they keep a close eye on you and make sure you stay on track. Good Luck.</p>