[Eternal]

I wouldn't say it's legitimate adulthood. Some people get a job and move out right out of high school and I'd say they are entering adulthood. Going to college is sort of an in-between step, in fact I think it's even called the forgotten generation. Sure, you move out and are responsible for taking care of yourself in college but chances are you're going to still be relying on your parents. College is expensive and because you can't work full time, you'll still need co-signers for big purchases, such as when you start renting an apartment. I am in my third year of college and I would not say I am getting the "adulthood" experience right now. Adulthood usually doesn't involve study for tests, working only part time, and usually involves being independent from parents.