I was a first semester freshman in my first month of school when I was told that suspension was on the table for 4 school issued alcohol charges that I received in a misunderstanding where I even passed sobriety test. Because my parents believed having a suspension would make it impossible to get into different schools they told me to withdraw before the case was resolved. I am now looking to start at a new college in the spring semester but most colleges will not even let me apply. I have been really depressed and stressed over the situation because I feel like I am in the worst possible position. My high school GPA is 3.8, 1470 SAT, and three sport athlete. I really appreciate any help you could provide for the following questions or just general advice:
- Do you know where I could find schools that will let me apply in this position? I have 17 attempted credit hours but all W's on my transcript.
- On one of the applications it asks if, "there an unresolved or pending disciplinary matter at a prior institution". Based on my situation would I have to answer yes? Also does the admissions office have a way of finding out?
- Do you think I will have a chance to attend any university with my situation?
- If college asks about why I took a gap is it best to be straightforward?
- I still have the opportunity to fight the charges but because of preponderance of evidence I am scared that they will suspend me. Is it better to have the withdraw or a suspension on my record?
- If you have gone through a similar experience please let me know because I feel like its just me that has gone through this and I have been very depressed about it.
I really appreciate any possible input you could give because I currently have no guidance. Thank you very much for your time