<p>Keep your options open. Apply to the schools. Also apply to the CC. See what courses would transfer.
Also remember that many other 18 year olds go off to school. Perhaps being closer to home will be good for you.</p>
<p>After you have applied, see what the rules are on how you can use the GI bill money.
See what scholarships you get.
Come May 1, make a decision.</p>