Should I let my parents be a factor to not going to a University of my choice?

[timandvicky1]

Well are you paying for it?  I would say if you are independent enough to be paying for it then you should be able to make your own choice.  However, if they are the ones paying all your bills then they should absolutely have say in it!!  However, even if they are paying for it, you could always sit down together and have a honest talk about why you are wanting a different university.  Never know, handle the conversation like a grown up, have a list of why you are picking something different and just see.....maybe they will understand why?  Good luck!

[diala84]

Who is paying for your education? If your parents are going to pay the bill or a large portion of it. It is in your best interest to go to a college or university that they approve of. If you get a lot of scholarship, are paying on your own, etc.. it can be more of your own choice. Just be careful, a lot students end up with huge debts and a degree they hate or can't get a job with. The college you start attending doesn't have to be where you stay. If you find your passion and career path elsewhere you can always go to a new school for the later part of your education and transfer the credits. The first couple years are mostly about exploring your options and deciding what you would like to do and there is no reason to spend a lot more money for a special school in this time for your exploration. If you think you have a clear idea now, that is great take some classes and see if you still feel that way in a year or two. A lot can change. Transfer to a different college when you have a certain goal in mind.   

[jwallbank]

I would have to say that this is an open question. There seems to be alot of open questions! Parents, Just by being parents are normally responsible and are looking out for your interest! If  you want to go to YALE or some high cost University, they may not seem it is worth your while, especially if you have to take $200 K in loans to get through school, even if they can help you out on some of the cost. I have two children and I am not a rich man!! I would suggested that they go to Community College for their 2 years and then decide their college of choice for the following 2 years. This I could handle, at least get them their AAS degree and then go on from there. This way they could stay at home for the two years, get a part time job and decide where they want to go to get their BA degree. Talk to your parents and don't get into the situation where it is only what you want, if they are helping out or paying all the cost, they definately should have a choice.

[dkanofsky]

You might STRONGLY consider it, if they are footing any part of the bill.

[tashamjoy]

personally i would but thats just me they have raised you and done everything for you i respect my parents and would listen to their wishes and needs but i would also see wanting to do what i want hope that helps pray and talk to them about it it should work good luck !!!!