<p>I would definitely put yourself through whatever it takes to finish the semester out. Among other reasons, your opportunity for the summer may disappear if you don’t. </p>
<p>I was homesick one semester in my first undergrad experience - my best friend dropped out, I broke up with my boyfriend and my family was going through difficult times(my mom recovering from having a tumor removed from her spine and my dad losing his job,) all around the same time in my freshman year. I dropped a course that semester, and I’ve regretted doing that ever since. Try to just keep your head focused on your goals and if you’re busy enough, you won’t have time to think about all the things that have you down. It may feel like forever now, but in the long run, the short period remaining in the semester will seem like nothing. </p>
<p>Good for you on getting so far ahead in your academic pursuits! You obviously have a lot going for you and I hope you don’t let the struggles of your transition overwhelm that. If it’s starting to do that, you might want to follow the advise above to check into Rice’s student services. I hope you can find time at least on the weekend or in between classes to get to know those acquaintances better or meet some new people!!</p>
<p>Best of Luck!</p>