<p>Most of the replies here, tend to involve driving to a college because it is pretty near.
so i wanted to hear some replies from people who went cross country.</p>
<p>Did your parents just help you unpack ?
How long were they there for?</p>
<p>I myself feel like if i brought my parents along, it would definitely make it easier, but make it so much harder to say goodbye.</p>
<p>Well, unpacking is a lot of work! I only go to school 4 hrs away from home but unpacking was still a pain. Luckily my parents and older sister had my things unpacked in less than 2hrs. I had a 2 day orientation. First day was move in day. And second day there were other activities. My parents left the second day during the evening time. Which was called “It’s not goodbye. Its I’ll call you later” session. lol</p>
<p>Bringing them along will make things harder but no matter what you’ll have to say goodbye eventually. Plus most students bring their parents to move in day. Move in day is a special time 
So yes I think you should bring them!</p>
<p>well than again, you only moved 4 hours away so…
im traveling 3000 miles and would have to buy expensive tickets for them to help me out.</p>
<p>It’s a personal decision, and it just depends on what you and your family want to do and can afford. My sister went almost 5000 miles away to college and my parents went with her (mostly because extra bodies meant extra bags on the plane–this was back when most airlines let you check bags for free). They only stayed for a day or two but they had younger kids and work to get back to. But just because that’s what my family did, doesn’t mean that’s what your family should do.</p>
<p>If the plane tickets and hotel costs is too much for your family, then don’t do it. If you’re family can afford it (or your parents are willing to pay it), then it’s up to you and your parents whether you think it’s worth it. Having parents help you move in is incredibly helpful, especially if you’ve never lived or traveled on your own before. But it’s by no means necessary. How long they stay is also going to depend on your situation (finances, if they have to get back to work/kids, how long you want them to stay, etc). Ask your parents what they want to do. Whatever you guys decide is fine. It doesn’t matter as long as it’s something you’re all comfortable with.</p>
<p>I think it is always good for the parents to come…they get to see/help you get your room all set up, meet your roommate and feel confident you are off to a good start. The college orientation quickly separates the kids and parents so they won’t be hanging on to you.</p>
<p>I would personally tell my parents that they are welcome to come, but that you understand how expensive the airfare is, so want to leave the decision up to them. If they can’t come, you will skype/facetime/webcam with them to show them your room and roommate.</p>
<p>I traveled from Ohio to Mass for college. Although it’s not cross country, it’s still a long drive. I think it’s a good idea to have at least one of your parent’s come for freshman move in. My dad helped me freshman year and I’m so glad he did. I would have felt lost without him there. We drove my car out, and then I drove him to the airport and he flew back home. It was probably stressful on him given that we had to drive out, unpack, run errands, and then he had to fly back all in a two day time frame but I’m glad that he did it. </p>