umcp alumi here. i grew up spending a lot of time on campus, and always wanted to attend. when it came time to look at colleges, i felt more of a need for a smaller, more intensive school.
what i found was the honors program at umcp. i had all of the intellectual stimulation and advantages of a small liberal arts college (small classes, dedicated faculty, up to date facilities, varied and challenging subject matter), nestled in the middle of a thriving state university that had a lot to offer on it's own. for me, it was a perfect combination.
i also worked between one and three part time jobs while attending school full time to help pay for my education. i wouldn't have been able to do it as quickly without my parents' help, but i did contribute my part. that's what i would expect from any children i may have.