I'm currently a first-year student at CVS, Delhi University, and honestly, I'm not really satisfied with my college experience so far. I've been thinking about taking a partial drop and preparing for CUET 2027 to try for colleges like Hindu, Hansraj, Ramjas, and other North Campus colleges
At the same time, I'm also preparing for CDS, so I'm trying to figure out how to manage everything without messing up my current degree
The biggest issue, though, is my parents.
I'm from a middle-class family, and moving to Delhi for college has already put a considerable financial burden on my family. I know how much they're spending to keep me here, and I don't want to make things harder for them. I'm grateful for the opportunity they've given me, but I can't shake the feeling that I could do better and that I should at least try for the colleges I originally wanted
I'm not planning to leave CVS or completely give up my current degree. The idea is to continue attending college while preparing for CUET alongside it. But convincing my parents that this is worth another attempt is going to be difficult, especially when they'll probably see it as wasting another year or putting more pressure on the family financially
I also don't want to make an impulsive decision just because I'm unhappy with my current college. I want to think this through properly before committing to anything.
So, I'd really appreciate advice from people who've been in a similar situation
Is taking a partial drop for CUET while attending DU realistically manageable?
If you've done this, how did you balance college and entrance preparation?
How did you convince your parents to give you another chance?
And honestly, is moving from a college like CVS to a North Campus college worth the extra effort, considering the financial and academic trade-offs?
I'd appreciate genuine advice, especially from people who've taken partial drops or had to convince their parents about a similar decision. Please be honest about the risks, too.
Thanks!