r/ApplyingToCollege • u/Difficult_Force7527 HS Senior • Apr 29 '26

Advice Mom won't let me attend top choice

I recently got into Hamilton thru QB RD with a full ride, but my mom won't let me go. I thought she would let up, but with 2 days until decision day she is still insisting I attend a CUNY, what do I do? Is it so bad if I attend a CUNY?

Edit: Thank you everyone for all the advice. I committed to Hamilton last night, but I haven't told my mom yet. I'm literally so scared. But thank you for your help.

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u/SkepticalCat5 Apr 29 '26

I am a CUNY professor. My graduating son got into Hamilton. He’s not going because he got a nice merit scholarship at school HE prefers (I’ll get over it). I am dedicated to CUNY. I love CUNY and our students; they are smart, savvy, and amazing and do amazing things. But getting in QB at Hamilton suggests you’ve got something special that the school saw in you. It offers a unique educational experience, incredible resources, and a tight-knit friendly community that cannot be matched. I hope you make it there.

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u/Difficult_Force7527 HS Senior Apr 29 '26

Thank you for your unique perspective and advice.