As a parent of a HS player who was drafted, yes this is a very tough decision and one to make wisely. As Parents we both wanted our child to attend school but the question we asked ourselves after talking with Son. what is it that he really wanted to do!! We couldn't picture our son attending classes and knowing that he could be playing Pro Ball. It is a tough road for a 19yr old to suddenly be thrusted into doing everything for himself. The long bus rides between games and living out of a suitcase. They have to grow-up and adjust quickly cause mom/dad aren't there to help them. In closing is there a correct answer to the question Pro versus College I can't really say, we made what we thought was in the best interest of our child and haven't looked back since. I must say that to those considering this that to please keep the MLB Scholarship plan in your mind. This item is also negotiable and son has used this during his offseason.