After stressing over admission into colleges, the stress of being “the perfect candidate” is almost over. Writing endless essays, requesting lots and lots of information from a variety of sources, and even the most stressful: dealing with the admission process while keeping your grade up.

The application process was more of a stress factor in my life then anything else, though after what seemed like useless hours wasted at my computer’s keyboard, it finally paid off. After narrowing down my choices to I applied to the University of Hawaii at Hilo, University of Portland, Loyola Marymount University, Chapman University, and Woodbury University. I have been accepted to University of Hawaii at Hilo, Woodbury University, and the best news as of today: Chapman University. I am still awaiting a reply from Loyola Marymount University, and I am crossing my fingers to see if I can get in.

Sadly, according to my letter from University of Portland, I have been denied acceptance because of the lack of space. Well, we cannot win them all. Then again, we might lose the battle, but win the war. Right?

Now, I must sit and wait to determine who will give me the most scholarship money. Because as we all know, when you think about it, it all comes down to money. Yet, I find it hard to determine if it was worth it all. I mean, all the stress and constant worry of getting good grades. Was it really worth doing all the work, and not being able to go because you cannot afford it? What will I do if that does happen? I jokingly told my mother today that I should whore myself down at mamo street to get my tuition paid.

I’m excited to have all of this opportunities to go to college, being because thats what I’ve always wanted to do. After my taste of college life at HCC, I really don’t know anyone who wouldn’t want to go to college. I mean, the maturity and fun atmosphere of college really does just welcome you in. Lets wait and see shall we?