prettynthecity Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hey everyone! I got a scholarship to go to my dream university (in Europe) and am super excited. The only thing is, it is in a very expensive city. I've calculated that living in the nearest big city (where I used to live and am very familiar with, have friends there, etc.) and buying a monthly rail pass will still be cheaper than paying rent in the city where the University is. But the commute would be an hour and a half. Right now I work in Manhattan and for me from Queens the commute is about an hour, so what is another half hour? I could bring a book and study with me on the train just like I do right now. I really think its doable especially since the earliest class in the morning seems to be 10 am and the latest class ends around 5 pm. If you have a dream and want to do it that badly, nothing should stop you, right? How many of you think this is a good idea? This is my chance! It's an internationally ranked business school and I would LOVE to make it work. Link to comment
EyeForAnEye Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 I think it's completely do-able for you, I say go for it! As you said, you can use that time wisely by studying on the train (you can make it your daily study-time). Since you're already used to riding for 1 hour, I'm sure the extra 30mins wont be much considering you get to go to your dream university. Good luck with everything and congrats on your acceptance! Link to comment
Wager Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hello, Pretty! My advice is a resounding, "GO FOR IT!" At best, you are well prepared (impressively so, given all the aspects you have already considered) to manage a long commute in the most advantageous manner possible for your energy, entertainment and cost. I suspect you will find even more things to occupy yourself with on this commute (extra work, recreational reading, learning a new language on your iPod, etc). However, at worst, if you try it and find you truly cannot bear it, you can always deal with making adjustments, modifying or even leaving the position then. Trust yourself that you can handle it, however it plays out. And avoid any regret at having not taken a chance as grand as this! In the meantime, congratulations to you! What a boon and an accomplishment! I hope you are exceedingly pleased with and proud of yourself and that this turns out to be the best thing for you in all ways. Good luck to you in this and all things, Wager Link to comment
metrogirl Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Absolutely go for it! An extra 30 minutes isn't that big of a deal and who knows you might end up meeting cool people on the train to keep you company and that always makes the trip that much quicker. Link to comment
prettynthecity Posted May 21, 2011 Author Share Posted May 21, 2011 Yay! I had asked some people on a European forum and they all scoffed at me and told me a resounding "no." But I know in my heart it's doable and it feels right. Thanks for all of your support! Link to comment
Wager Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Absolutely go for it! An extra 30 minutes isn't that big of a deal and who knows you might end up meeting cool people on the train to keep you company and that always makes the trip that much quicker. Ooh, I did not even think of that! Good point. The 'pros' keep piling up! Guess the choice is clear? Best, Wager Link to comment
Wager Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Yay! Good luck to you, Pretty (not that you need it)! Here is to your smashing success accross the pond! Wager Link to comment
Wager Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Yay! Good luck to you, Pretty (not that you need it)! Here is to your smashing success accross the pond! Wager Link to comment
Wager Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 (Ignore double post - sending from my not-so-smart phone and do not see how to delete it.) (Or maybe I am just THAT enthusiastic! ) Link to comment
EyeForAnEye Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Haha, you're welcome! Best of luck luck at Uni!! Wager- Nope, you're not too enthusiastic lol. There's no way to delete posts on this forum sadly! Link to comment
lacrimosa Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 I had the same commute-time for two years of college. Being trapped on a train for 1.5 hours is a perfect time to study/nap. It is definitely doable. PS: Bring your ipod! Link to comment
gingerlemon Posted May 22, 2011 Share Posted May 22, 2011 I agree with all the others - study on the train and you'll be fine. Good luck Link to comment
prettynthecity Posted May 22, 2011 Author Share Posted May 22, 2011 Yay! All the other people seemed to be such naysayers but I'll do fine. Thanks! Link to comment
Jetta Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I used to commute that long to the University via the bus. It was totally doable and I either studied or napped. It was fine. I got a lot of homework done on the bus (reading homework that is). And I did meet some people that were in my class who rode my same bus. It really worked out well. Good luck to you. Link to comment
sidehop Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 An hour or more commute seems to be the norm for people I know down there. Plus being on a train vs driving is a big difference. Besides this is your dream, go for it Link to comment
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