So you made a youthful mistake. Whether you were caught drinking underage, driving under the influence (DUI), or were charged with vandalism, mistakes happen when you’re young but misdemeanor convictions follow you through life. Nearly half of college admissions officers check applicants’ criminal records before even speaking with them.
Our youthful years can be some of the toughest times of our lives. Between raging hormones and the pressure to fit in, it’s easy to make a poor decision when you’re caught up in the moment. Don’t let a single moment tarnish the rest of your life. You deserve a clean slate to go to college and better yourself with dignity (and at the college of your choosing).