Gay student - a few questions...

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<p>Hey, I'm Dominic, I'm 17 and I'm awaiting numerous admissions decisions from various colleges including Stanford and UCLA. I've been accepted at UCSB and USC. </p>

<p>The thing is though that I'm gay. Are any of the colleges I mentioned gay-friendly?</p>

<p>Also, what if I get stuck with a homophobic roommate, what do I do?</p>

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<p>I have a hunch that UCLA is the epitome of gay-friendly...</p>

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<p>I'm pretty sure UCLA and USC will be pretty gay-friendly.</p>

<p>If you get a homophobic roommate, you can always switch. Most colleges are pretty understanding when it comes to that kinda stuff.</p>

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<p>you should be fine anywhere in california</p>

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<p>Im a firm believer people get roommates for good reasons and usually if you have 3-4 roommates in 4 years, and you look back after you graduate you will realize that they helped you a lot and you helped them. </p>

<p>Assume you will get a homophobic roomate and instead of fearing him/her. Why don't you take this as a opportunity to help this person understand. </p>

<p>Ive helped my roommates greatly, and they have all helped me learn how to deal with people.</p>

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<p>Colleges in general tend to be more gay-friendly, simply because college students tend to be more liberal. There will definitely be some homophobes around, but for the most part, I don't think you're going to have too many problems. Just don't make it seem like a big deal. Don't hide it by any means, just don't be like "Hi, I'm gay," to everybody you meet. If YOU make a big deal out of it, then so will everybody else.</p>

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<p>Most kids who go to college aren't immature and cruel anyway. They are there for the fun and the education. Most probably won't even care if you are gay.</p>

<p>As long as you don't make it weird nothing will prob happen.</p>

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<p>Thanks for the answers, guys.</p>

<p>And Dr. Horse, I would try and do that if they were willing to learn. But if my experiences on the internet are a realistic representation of the world, people who are very homophobic will never change. I hope I don't get like hazed or anything...I'm pretty small and I look like a 14-year-old... :(</p>

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<p>neither Stanford nor UCLA will present any unusual challenges in the area of gender identity or sexual preference… you’re good to go either place.</p>

<p>Oh, congrats on your options.</p>