To transfer or wait it out and stay?

Transfer Students
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<p>I am not unhappy at my current university, but I do not like the university itself. I cannot take it seriously. I think the school spirit there is silly. I do not like that I'm doing the same thing so many of my peers from high school are doing (over 100 are at my university) and I hate the reputation and the kinds of people that go to the school most of all. They are generally white party people. The environment is a rural college town. I have been rejected from 6 clubs and applied for 4 jobs which I have never heard back from. I have met people but I do not think these people are in anyway interesting or my types of people. I tell people from high school that I attend this university and they are surprised, and they say they cannot see me there. My best friend is also at this university, and we have the same friends. I am starting to realize our relationship is toxic and I do not wish to continue to be friends with her, however we have the same friends and while I have tried to create opportunities to make new ones, I am rejected! </p>

<p>I could transfer to a university within the city I grew up. This university is less prestigious and many people attend this because it is the cheapest four year option due to so many commuting students. But, I like the environment so much better. And there is such a large arts community there and I thrive in arts communities. I would not feel embarrassed about this university when I tell people, and I actually appreciate the people. I feel like this university fits me better than others. </p>

<p>The problems with transferring are as follows: I remain in the city where I grew up for quite a while, meaning many years. I did not grow up in the city aspect however, I grew up about 20 minutes away. Making new friends, transferring credits, etc.</p>

<p>I NEED ADVICE. So many people are telling me different things. In my heart, I want to transfer, but I am scared of finding new people to live with and regrets.</p>

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<p>You like the other place better.</p>

<p>It is cheaper.</p>

<p>If it offers your major, and has good career placement for your major, this is a no-brainer. Transfer.</p>

<p>If your major is not offered and/or career placement is not good, then stay put.</p>

<p>And whatever you do, stop caring about your high school friends’ about any university you might attend. Their opinions do not matter. What matters are the opinions of the people who will hire you for your first job. After that, no one will care about your university. They will only care about your work history and job performance.</p>

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<p>And how on earth does one get rejected for membership in a club? Were these frats/sororities/other secret societies? Most clubs accept whoever will show up - especially if that person will take responsibility for something that needs to get done.</p>

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<p>I was rejected from competitive student organizations that require applications and interviews as well as every a cappella group. The previous comment basically illustrates the pros and cons to the universities. I like the other university better, but it is less prestigious. I an unhappy at the one I am at now because of what other people think of it. It has such a large party reputation and everyone who’s grades aren’t good enough for the top school in the state goes here.</p>