Should people's sexuality play a role in the college they choose to attend?

I don't really think so , you should go where you want to go unless your looking for a college that's lgbt friendly maybe

 

I'm going into my senior year, too, and from what I've seen, even though cities are typically a more tolerant place, that is not always the case. There are plenty of urban schools that are relatively inhospitable for the LGBT community and rural schools that are great for the LGBT community. What I would recommend doing is looking to see if there are any support groups or pride centers either on-campus or nearby. It would also be good to see what the local and state laws are for LGBT rights and LGBT discrimination. Lastly, it would not be smart to look at religious schools. There are plenty of exceptions, but for the most part those that are not straight and/or cisgender are treated poorly.

 

I was not out in college and, to be honest, it is one of my greatest regrets. If I was in a position to be out in college I think I would definitely do the necessary research to make the most of it. I think you will find with a few notable exceptions most major universities in America will be largely accepting. I think it would make sense to make sure that the universities you are looking at would be hospitable--if there is some school you really want to attend for another reason the gay thing shouldn't need to be a deal breaker but I think it's definitely an important consideration to throw in the mix. If you can go to school somewhere where you would have the opportunity to participate in a larger gay community (here is where the larger cities may come into play) I think that would also be a plus to weigh in making the decision.

 

Universities in the major cities are usually much better than universities in small towns. Gay or not, going to major cities is better. Also, if you ever plan to do a master's or even doctor's degree, coming from a major city (especially the capital) uni would be a big advantage in getting admitted. I don't really know why you'd consider a small town uni, unless money is a big issue for you.

 

I plan on going to an all girls, private college in the middle of Georgia's lesbian Mecca, once I'm done with community college.

*ducks head*

 

I think it depends on the person. Personally, I couldn't attend a homophobic university or a university that was crazy conservative. I didn't really think about whether or not the university I currently attend was lgbt friendly when I was a senior in high school. However, I knew the city was liberal. I'm just happy to attend a college that seems to be lgbt friendly.

 

No, it shouldn't. But it does.

I would personally only attend a university/college that is LGBT friendly. I need a good environment and community in order to feel happy enough to study. If I'm surrounded by homophobic douchebags, chances are, I won't be able to study reliably.

It may be different for others, but honestly, I wish to see a day when all universities/colleges are open and accepting.

 

I disagree with this. I went to a small town University - It had the best undergraduate program that I wanted to get my major in. I had zero problem getting admitted to graduate school, now I have returned to work at that University. There is something to be said about smaller universities you have interaction with your professors, not student teachers.

I was not out in college - I wish I would have been, It would have played a roll in the college that I would have chosen. I probably would have chosen the same school, because it was a LGBT friendly school. The community is pretty mixed, but overall I haven't had any problems (I'm pretty much out to everyone now).

 

You don't need to go to major cities, there are a number of gay people outside of those too. And if you're going to college, there's going to be lgbt groups and especially events.

Just search up how liberal the school is, and how open they are. Stay away from the obviously deeply conservative colleges and you'll be fine.

 

Apart from avoiding any that are known for homophobia than I would say no.

 

if you are closeted and want your college experience to be good, i would suggest researching school and find out (which is pretty easy to do online) if they have a successful lbgt community/group on campus. some schools in smaller college towns can have a great lbgt presence on campus and it may be better for you than a schoool in a bigger city or things could be vice-versa. my caution with picking big cities is that there's so much distractions for you. it could be dangerous because you can start getting more into the off campus club scene and lose your focus on school. schools in smaller college towns, tehre's not much else to do off campus but study. lol. but i do think that if you are figuring yourself out, it may be good to do that in a city that has other outlets for you to experience. just know yourself and your limits. your pupose is a good education, so hopefully you can find a school in a good city that gives you the best of both worlds.