<human>: I don't plan on actively pursuing him (obviously), but was wondering if I should make just keep him in the back of my mind... I don't know.

Basically, he seemed interested in me after a few months of talking. We would flirt a lot while we are out (but alcohol was involved). He would do the middle school flirting like throwing things at me, poking me, playing with my jacket etc. He also wouldn't move when I leaned in on him. We kind of separate ourselves from our friends for a bit to talk/hangout(while in the group), and after awhile he started texting me longer spouts about his day and stuff (which I don't think he does with other people). I know my one friend once tried hitting on him when alcohol was involved, and he flat out said he wasn't interested. 

So, I figured there was a good chance he was interested. I asked him, and he said no and apologized if I led him on and that he really does like me as a friend. I think that this *might* have to do with him being HEAVILY focused on school and puts all of his energy towards it. (makes him more attractive). I'm wondering, if maybe I should keep that in mind and put him on the back burner. I know next year he will have a semester where he isn't in school and he will have graduated but will still have a lease on a house... maybe then? I'd still explore other options... I really do like him as we have a lot of things in common.. 

Is it worth seeing if it could go somewhere at a later date, or is it totally pointless? I'm still fine with being friends since we have a great time together...

Can you give me a shortened version of the text?
<bot>: Guy said he isn't interested in me after he flirts with me while drunk often (and didnt drunkenly reject me like other girls). Might be because school is top priority. Move on completely or hold out hope for the future?