<p>Self-studying seems easier, IMO b/c it takes the added pressure of having to do homeworks/tests/quizzes/projects/etc. for that class away without having to worry about your grade or how it would impact your GPA (esp. if you have unrealistic teachers). You also get to work and pace yourself on your own terms. Believe me, a lot of stuff we learn in school is really just spoonfeeding and cramming, given the massive curriculum and the expectations that are set.</p>