After being accepted to Barnard College, the author realized the high cost of living in New York City and struggled to afford basic expenses and family visits. Dropping out after her freshman year, she transferred to the University of Miami, which provided a better financial aid package and the opportunity to connect with her Cuban-American heritage. The decision, though emotional, became a pivotal moment in her educational journey, aligning her academic interests with financial viability.
I dropped out after my freshman year because New York was expensive, and I couldn't visit home. I transferred to the University of Miami, which saved me money; it was the best decision.
I had to face the real expenses of sustaining life as a college student in New York City. I was forced to find budget-friendly places to eat and hang out.
I returned home to Orlando that summer and begrudgingly filled out a transfer application with the University of Miami for the following academic year.
I chose UM as my transfer school because they offered me a substantial financial aid package. As a student there, I could also learn more about my Cuban-American roots in Miami.
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