<p>it’s true that Nova doesn’t have a political science or government program right?</p>
<p>I don’t think they have one that’s expressly that, no. But they DO have American Studies which is a combination of government, culture, and history, as well as International Studies, which is equivalent to IR. That’s why I figured it was worth recommending.</p>
<p>OP, there’s a huge difference between liking Florida a lot and commiting yourself there for the next four years of your life. Although you are probably more self-disciplined than myself, living in the land of temptation amd quick happiness can only lead to bad things for your future.</p>
<p>As much as I like Florida myself, it might be rather distracting being surrounded by plenty of beautiful women in small bikinis, especially if you are trying to get a good job or go to graduate school in your future. The heat is also unbearable at most times of the year, too, which may cause extreme drowsiness and a lack of concentration. Although it does seem nice to spend the next four years in a place where the palm trees blow carelessly in the wind, everyone’s on vacation, and the world’s best parties are right around the corner, think about the academic suicide you may be commiting with this step. </p>
<p>It might be a wiser idea to just stay up north for a little bit, get your degree done, and then move to the sunshine state and marry a tan beach babe, have a nice family, and do this all while holding a good degree that you worked hard for and will carry you far down here. There are many roads to the life you desire, just make sure the one you choose doesn’t lead to unnecesary, future-shattering distractions.</p>
<p>If you have a lot of self-discipline, disregard everything I just said and have a nice day! Sorry to startle you and good luck!</p>
<p>Go to a Southern Conn State for a year (or two) as it’s mainly a commuter school if you live close by then that’d save you room and board. Also if you’re at home then you can be free of distractions that you may encounter at a school with more on-campus residents like UConn. That way you’ll save money, be able to think of only your school work. After a year or two with a great college GPA then you’d have saved money and with even a okay financial aid award it’d be a easier arguement to bring to your rents. Then you’d be able to attend your ‘dream’ college rather than settling for a lesser school you may not enjoy in FL and be unhappy or even end up back at a UConn anyways. And if you plan on living in FL post graduation then you will want to graduate from a FL school since most opportunities for jobs after college will be in the surrounding states. I go to USC and 70% of alumni live in CA. So getting connections via school mainly are from alumni living close by.</p>
<p>On my June SAT, I got a 1330/1990. So superscored, I have a 1370/2030.</p>
<p>I’m from Miami originally and I understand why you love it so much. Anyway, you seem like you really like this school so I suggest doing whatever you can to convince them to let you go and that includes pleading.</p>
<p>Does anyone know if Miami scholarships are based more on SAT or GPA? Because if it’s GPA, i’m in trouble. If it’s SAT, I might have a chance to pay for it if I get in.</p>
<p>I would not suggest Nova! It is def. not a good school and would be your last pick.</p>