Coming into a university, you have no idea what you're doing. You want to make a name for yourself. You want to find where you belong. You don't want to be THAT freshman. 

Take it from someone who has started fresh at three universities. Save yourself embarrassment and sanity. This is the reality of freshman year, don't worry it will get better. Soon enough, college will be the time of your life.

1. Don't expect to be besties with your roommate. 

The stranger you texted all summer about dorm décor wont be the same person you share a cubicle of a room with. Roommate cat fishing is a thing. 

2. Don't compare your experience with high school friends via social media. 

It's a lie. You’ll think everyone else is having so much more fun. They’re just as homesick as you.

3. Less is more applies to make up and Instagram. 

Not clothes.  

4. Even on Halloween, keep it classy. 

And when you don’t, keep the photos off the internet.

5. The freshman 15 is real. 

It's a tad unfortunate, but entirely understandable, so hit the gym immediately if you want to avoid it. You think you’re going to be the exception. Lol. You’re not.  

6. Go places alone. 

You’re more approachable solo.  

7. The football field is not the only place to scout for a potential lover. 

Look in the library. Dating a jock may be cool in high school, but your options are wide open now.  

8. You wont talk to your high school BFF everyday. 

If you do, you’re missing out. Look up from your phone screen.  

9. Find out which semester you'll study abroad. 

It's not an option if you want to do this whole college thing correctly. Ideally, Semester at Sea.  

10.  Nobody here knows you. 

Think about who you want to be. What you want to be known for. This is your fresh start.