Hey...congratulations, Christina! Sounds like an exciting major!
Advice...um....
Try to look for a job on campus if possible. Since everyone else is looking for the same, it may be a little more difficult, but it's much more convenient because it's right on campus and they will understand your school schedule a little better if you need to take time off to finish a major project or something. Also if your school has it and you're eligible, you may be able to participate in some sort of
work-study program.
Don't bring a car if it's possible...at least not your first year. As nice as it is to go where you want when you want, they add a lot more expense and hassle (parking, gas, insurance, etc). Explore the area to see if things like churches, the grocery story, convenience store, pharmacy, places to eat, etc. are with-in walking distance, see if your school offers a shuttle of some sort, and check into what kind of public transportation your city offers.
This one's probably pretty obvious, but get in contact with your roommate with more than just who will bring the basic necessities. Call or facebook her and try to get to know each other before living together.
No matter how prepared you are or how ready you are to leave home, the first few weeks living on your own will be
hard. As you start getting involved and getting to know people though, you'll find college life to be a lot of fun! Until then, hang in there and
definitely try to get involved in stuff on campus. Also, see if there's a Campus Crusade for Christ, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, or other Christian organization on campus you can get involved in...or even just a Bible study.
I'm sure everyone else will add a lot more and I'll probably think of more later, but again... Congratulations!
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