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i am currently a freshman who is majoring in marketing at the University of Florida, but i feel like i dont like it here. i am considering transfering to the University of West Florida this upcoming fall because it is closer to home.

here are my pro's and cons for each school:

UF Pro's-

Good/prestigious school
“Learn” life
The opportunity
could potentially be an RA and thus get free dorming
might join a sorority

Cons:

Super expensive
Racking up student loans (at $9000 in 1 year)
Not having a job
No car
Miss my family & home
i dont care for it so far

UWF

Pros:

Have car
Get a job
Potential scholarship ($1000-2000)
Save money - no dorm, no meal plan, have bright futures to pay for classes/tuition, potential scholarship, grants
Get apartment (NOT live at home)
Cheaper than UF
Closer to home

Cons:

Going back home
Looking like a loser
Not as prestigious as UF



so yeah, there's my list. if i went to UWF i would NOT be in debt and i think i would like it more. but im still unsure. im going to stay this next semester at UF and see if my feelings change.. 
but i also feel like a degree is a degree, regardless of where you get it. i plan on doing many internships at either place to make myself "stand out" in the business world.

what are your thoughts/feelings/advice for me?

MM · Accepted Answer

Not having debt is a sensible consideration, and since you're going to maintain your independence even if you go back, it sounds like it might UWF might be the right choice for you.  I do think you should give this next semester at UF a real chance, though.  Join clubs, take advantage of the counseling center if you need it, maybe even try making connections with some alumni to find out what the UF degree did for them...and if you still don't like it, then you can transfer.

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