I faced this dilemna last year. I chose college, and it was t he best decision of my life. Yes, it's expensive. Yes, I could learn how to code by sheer willpower and practice. But the people I've met and the things I have learned, not just academic lessons but lessons about life as well, have already made the experience worth it.

My advice to people in my situation is to really, really think about your decision. It's sexy to drop out these days, but it's not always the right thing to do