Commuting with Confidence
From rugby teammates to encouraging professors, Sam discovered a strong and supportive community at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø that proves commuting doesn’t mean missing out on connection, growth or unforgettable college experiences.
Thinking about graduate school? 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's Office of Graduate Admissions is hosting Free Application Week for all domestic applicants from Monday, January 12 through Monday, January 19, 2026.Domestic applicants who submit a graduate admission application during this period—even if the application is incomplete—will have the application fee automatically waived. No promo code is required.Applicants may submit required materials such as transcripts, letters of recommendation and goal statements after applying. Once submitted, applicants will continue to have access to the application portal to...
My name is Sam Nichols, and I am a third-year Special Education student at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø with a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorders.I never thought I would attend 51³Ô¹ÏÍø. To be completely honest, committing to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø was a last-minute, spur-of-the-moment decision. I was planning on attending another school, but I changed my mind and applied to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø later that day. It turned out to be the best decision I ever made.Not only was it close to home, allowing me to commute, but it also saved me a great deal of money.Some people think that commuting limits opportunities for community and fri...