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[quote=Anonymous]Allow her to apply for transfers. She deserves for college to be a good experience. Ridiculous that her school makes it so difficult to join clubs. When rejection like that piles up it is difficult to work through alone (especially when you see your fledging new friends getting into clubs and sororities, which yes, will inevitably means friendships will fade as schedules and social circles change. I was in a sorority and it was the best experience but I genuinely hate how the process shuts young women out right at an age that they need belonging and connection.  I feel the school has a role in mitigating that in order to keep their student body happy and mentally ok. I remember when I got my bid, I wasn't psyched because there were a couple other houses I thought I liked more. But looking back, I'm so grateful that I didn't have to experience rejection plus I made lifelong friends. Your daughter sound genuinely miserable. While there is no guarantee they the next school will be the cure, let her at least explore the possibility. And who cares about "Top 30" when your child is so unhappy? Forget the labels. [/quote]

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