WIBU to encourage DD to move out for university?

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DD will be starting university this year (she's 19). She has been given a couple of offers.

One is 2 hours away, so not too far, but definitely far enough to have to live there. The other is a 20 minute drive. She likes them equally, so says that means she wants to go with the closer one as she has a part-time job here and wants to stay at home.

The thing is, I think living away will benefit her. She will learn how to cook, clean properly, etc. and just generally learn to live alone. I don't know, it just seems beneficial.

WIBU to try and encourage her to maybe go for the other one/maybe move to the closer one's campus (live in the student accommodation?)

Thank you

I'd encourage her to move. I don't feel like you get the full uni experience living at home.
I left for uni and my sister stayed at home and our experiences were so different. Hers was more like a continuation of 6th form, always had her car with her to get her there and back so didn't do spontaneous drinks and things with course mates afterwards.

I might be putting too much emphasis on the fun stuff though, I know uni isn't all about the social side but it was the best bit for me.

What about a compromise? Moved out for years one and two - independence, confidence, facilitates social life etc Then back at home for final year?