I think we r kinda in the same situation.... I , N$ L- w- D* \, a've applied UA's Fall term(start in Sept)already, then i told them i wanna have a trip... ! L0 k# h; B( W* gthey told me my admission is still valid till next year, It means i can attend UA's 2009 Winter term (start in Jan).. 2 G- b* C0 t0 V& M" e4 ` % h& r. x" m2 HI dont know if this helped. but i think ur idea is great. coz i wouldnt apply university if my parents didnt push me....