College? What to do?

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Im going to be applying to colleges this fall! I want to go to college with my girlfriend, and possibly stay in the same dorm. However, she wants to stay in California (the state we live in), and I want to go out of state. I dont want to pressure her to follow me, but I dont want to cave and stay here and possibly miss my chance of exploring a different part of the US. I dont want to break up with her, and I love her so much, but Im very confused on what to do. The colleges in California are good, but all the ones I have visted seem off and not the right fit for me. You domt meed to tell me what to do, but some guidance would be appreciated!