<p>SnorkBoard, I get that. I transferred to a school in the middle of Oklahoma (I’m from California) where I literally didn’t know anyone and just moved into a college oriented apartment complex. So far, I love it here. </p>
<p>The reality is, probably well over 40% of Utah students don’t commute, and I’m almost positive there are off campus apartments where non LDS students congregate. It might be nice to have your friends around, especially for the first three weeks, but it’s certainly possible to expand your social circles. You can join clubs, form study groups, go to parties, etc. Yes you’ll have to work a little harder, but at least for myself, I’d rather start school than wait another year so I could surf.</p>