College, to commute or not to commute?

I want to commute to a college when I transfer next semester. It's only a half hours drive and I want to live at home. I love my family and I don't like the idea of living on a campus because I hate the party scene, drugs, alchol, sex etc. It's a christain college, however I've heard they can have just as much a party scene as regular schools.





However, my mom disagrees and won't let me commute, demanding I live on campus. She acts like she wants me to drop out of college and get a job. (most people say she's jealous about me going to college...) I'm making good grades and everything and we've always had a good relationship. How can I convice her to let me commute? (Before this she said I would be allowed to)

College, to commute or not to commute?
if you feel more comfortable living at home... convince ur mother to let you stay.. tell her how you (and she) can save with the rent...and at least they would be sure of safety...ask her why she wants you to live in campus.. if you can get a part-time job.. get one (but school should be your priority).. then use that money to help with the house.. buying grocery and such...maybe that will help your mother ease up a little bit..
Reply:Grow up. Just because you may live on campus, that does not mean you would have to deal with the drugs and party scene.
Reply:I would suggest living on campus. If you are worried about drugs and drinking and that sort of stuff they usually have a substance free dorm building so it will be a bunch of people who feel the same way you do. You will save on gas and it will be a great opportunity to meet new people. It is an experience you shouldn't miss out on.
Reply:I went to a state college and I found the group that could party down! without the illegal party substances. I got into InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, and they were a great bunch of people.





Not every college group is going to be into the alcohol, drugs, and sex. Just find people who don't do that stuff and you'll have fun! And you're only 1/2 an hour from home, so you can still go home for Mom's cooking whenever you want!