Why Did I Choose Chemeketa?
So you may be asking why I chose Chemeketa out of all the other schools around the area. To be completely honest, when ever college came to mind, Chemeketa was out of the question. It was just too close to home for me. I really didn’t want to stay that close and wanted the “full” college experience. I wanted to try something new; be in a new town. And, I also thought that with all my hard work that I had done through high school, I didn’t want to start at a community college. So, I had sent my application to the University of Oregon, been accepted early and all that jazz and literally almost paid the down payment for the dorms. But, then something awesome was told to me through my counselors at school. Anyone who lives in the Chemeketa school district and has a 3.5 gpa can receive free tuition for 2 years. I was sold. I was already pretty stressed out about having to get loans and everything like that. It is probably one of the best decisions I have made thus far in my life. I am saving thousands of dollars while taking the same exact classes. I got an awesome job here on campus as an Ambassador and more more great things are happening. I would definitely recommend taking an opportunity, such as mine, if ever given. It has been a great experience so far and I am happier every day with what I chose.