When I transferred after my freshman year, I was lost. I was too ahead to be considered a newbie and didn't really like the idea of being in a dorm room, but I was too behind to be able to connect with people older. When I transferred, I hated every minute of it, as most people do.

It was scary. I was alone and I felt like I had no guidance. I transferred from a small community college to a giant university, with no friends or family. As someone who is extremely family-oriented, I tried to reach out to my parents and friends back home every moment of the day. I felt it was the only way to actually get through the day.

When my friends back home were living their lives, I ended up getting left in the dust.

This was a hard moment for me. I felt immediately drawn to joining a sorority. But being a minority in a predominantly white university, I felt I could not join in anywhere. I didn't have the funds to be able to join anyways, and overall, I just felt lost.

Then the light at the end of the tunnel, I joined Bumble BFF. It was a life-changing experience, once you get past the scary and boring conversations, I found my best friends.

Below are some tips to help you get out of your shell, without spending tons of money!

Transferring is a big adjustment, but with time and effort, you can find your forever group of friends, without spending hundreds of dollars.