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Leaving your family and moving can be super stressful! Coming from someone who's moved states multiple times, I have some advice. In short, it depends on what is important to you. The question was very general, so I'm assuming you have 2 different schools in mind that you love almost equally. Also, I'm assuming that finances matter to you.

First, finances. Staying in-state can save you money if you're going to frequently visit your family. Especially if you're eating meals with family too (we love a free loader).

Second, relationships. Though it can be scary, going out of state won't necessarily leave you lonely. Going into college/a new school period, you're going to make new friends. If you're boarding out of state, so long as you're active in your community, you can build stronger relationships with new friends (who possibly are also from out of state). Then, most importantly, your family. You'll still be able to see them. The real question is, are you willing to see them on the holidays or summer almost exclusively?

Finally, is it worth it for the experience? I can't say definitively because I've never been to college. However, everyone I've spoken to who's been to college off-campus and boarding says they preferred to board there. Apparently, there's a sense of community in boarding. So, I would choose to board if I were you. Don't take it from me, though, I don't know you well enough to make that decision. However, if you want a new experience, a sense of community, and you're willing to be almost completely independent, maybe it's worth it. Though, take into consideration that I just delivered a very romanticized way to frame it.

It depends on your priorities. Look at both schools, which fits YOU better? Being one state away isn't too far; depending on which state you're from, you'll be able to see your parents and friends often. There is also the option of transferring if you stay close to home and want to explore. If you go far and want to move back, same thing, transfer. Since finances aren't a concern, I would just make a list of priorities and whichever college matches that and feels like it is for you, go there.