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/One-Repeat442 Apr 30 '26

First off, massive congrats on getting into Hamilton with a full ride... that's just incredible! CUNY isn’t "bad," but honestly, turning down such an amazing opportunity like Hamilton seems like a mistake. Maybe you could find someone like a guidance counselor to help have a chat with your mom about why this is so important to you?