Well, in the UK, I am starting University next month which is the equivalent of College in the US. I am going to be staying at home as it will be much cheaper for me as the University is a 10 minute bus ride away. I will doing a 4 year course in IT, which I got a scholarship for, but I am feeling a bit apprehensive as I am not the most social person at times (apart from when I am with friends who I actually know) and I will be on my own the majority of time for a few weeks until I meet (hopefully) new people. The fact I don't drink or feel drawn towards alcohol would look like a bit of a stumbling block to some, especially considering my town is one of the most party centred places ever!
Ah well, if it doesn't work out at least I will be able to go to my real home at the end of the day and not some halls of residence where I would feel even more out of place.