Wolf:
“Then we have to agree to disagree.”
I agree. 🙂
RSRH:
“Is davening for several hours a day instead of for a more typical length of time really more important than attending your classes on time?”
Very possible, bordering on probable.
“What about when it comes time for you to get a job; will davening a one hour shemona esrrei be more important than getting to work on time as your employer expects?”
That issue needs to be dealt with when it arises; how does that affect the present situation?