I think we r kinda in the same situation.... I 4 `% r+ R/ u! M've applied UA's Fall term(start in Sept)already, then i told them i wanna have a trip... + ]/ v# Y" w4 {9 Wthey told me my admission is still valid till next year, It means i can attend UA's 2009 Winter term (start in Jan).. ; U# B& h9 y5 _) i- `1 B ; n, F% Z/ O. a: dI dont know if this helped. but i think ur idea is great. coz i wouldnt apply university if my parents didnt push me....