answer:I’ve never felt liberated when I left a college or a program, only when I left a job. I dropped out a couple times— The first time I went to college, I went for 2 years, then dropped out because I had no direction whatsoever. My emotion at that time more was similar to the emotion you get when you meet obligations. I always returned and finished my BA after 10 years of in and outs. The worst departure I had was when I had to leave my dream MA program due to my ex’s company downsizing- we had to move 4 hours away for another job, a job that required me to get a MA that they chose, not one of my own choosing. I still have pangs of regret for that. Steve Jobs dropped out of college and went on to do what he did, but most people don’t have Steve’s drive, resolve, resources, or mind. I loved college—my favorite part was the hours-long discussions we had after class, in the halls, cafeterias, student centers, etc.