Should I choose a more prestigious university if my parents strongly prefer it?
You do not need to choose a more prestigious university solely because your parents strongly recommend it. Compare each option using your own criteria: fit with your goals, the program and courses, cost, commute, learning environment, and whether you can stay motivated through graduation. Consider your parents’ views, ask why they prefer that university, and make a choice you can accept after checking official information and attending information events if possible.
Key points
- Compare fit with your interests and future goals, not only reputation.
- Check cost, travel time, living conditions, and available support for sustained study.
- Ask why your parents prefer that university and discuss your priorities and concerns specifically.
Things to check
- Program content, costs, and support systems vary by university, faculty, and academic year, so check current official information.