<p>So I am graduation this year. I got into the college I wanted to go to, and everything was fine. But recently, I have been thinking that I picked this college for all the wrong reasons and wish I was going to one of the schools that waitlisted me. I called the school and they said they hadn't closde their waiting list yet, but is it basically hopeless this late in the game? What can I do? ANY suggestions are appreciated! Thank you!!</p>
<p>Apply as a transfer.</p>
<p>In the meantime…embrace the school you will be attending. It may surprise you.</p>
<p>What school did you accept?</p>
<p>Having second thoughts is normal <em>hugs</em> You have made what probably is your first adult decision in your life. </p>
<p>Give it your best and if it turns out that you are not getting what you want and need from the school, you can apply to transfer in the spring. My younger D wasn’t satisfied with the school she chose, and is transferring. But be sure to give the school you have chosen a fair chance.</p>
<p>I have accepted Colby College, in Maine. My primary concern is that it is too small, something I thought I wanted, but now I am thinking that I was just scared to get out of my comfort zone. With less than 2,000 undergrads, I think that by the time I’m a senior, or even a junior, I’ll regret having chosen such a small school. I want college to be some of the best years of my life, and I think I may have screwed myself over.</p>
<p>Waitlists aren’t over and you should check in with the ones you are interested in. But by late in June you should give up and get excited about what you have. I’ve heard great things even from urban kids about Colby. Check out the extracurriculars and get involved in the newspaper, music groups, environmental groups and other things that align with your interests and will help you to keep an eye on the outside world as well. Top schools—even small ones— have so many activities…you won’t get tired of it if you pursue a variety of things that they offer.</p>
<p>“I think that by the time I’m a senior, or even a junior, I’ll regret having chosen such a small school. I want college to be some of the best years of my life, and I think I may have screwed myself over.”</p>
<p>Can you say something about why you think this? Most of the kids I know went to small schools, and they can’t imagine being happy at a large one (i.e., most students end up quite happy with their choice–never mind my limited exposure).</p>
<p>Even if you end up transferring to a larger school later, there are really wonderful things about starting with a smaller school. The personal attention really makes a difference.</p>