The Struggle Is Real: College Freshman

When you pack up your car to head to college, it's probably good you don't know exactly what you are getting yourself into. It will probably be a year that is full of excitement and fun but it will also probably be a rude awakening to the real world. From getting next to no sleep, to figuring how you're supposed to afford new bills college freshman across the nation understand how rough that first year can be.

1. Roommates.

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There will be moments where you love them. Other times, not so much.

2. All nighters are not sustainable.

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Why would you say no to the frat parties, movie nights, nights out, nights in, and nights studying that require you to be up all night? Don't worry, you'll figure it out....maybe.

3. Budgeting becomes necessary.

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Everything is so expensive! You actually have to BUY new toothpaste, it doesn't just show up in the bathroom cupboard like it did at your parents home. Time for some cheap and easy dinner options.

4. The freshman 15 is a real thing.

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Between late night munchies, emotional eating, social eating, and making sure you get your money's worth if you're ever at a buffet, it's easy to pack on the weight. Just because you can eat it, doesn't mean you should.

5. Making new friends.

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Whether it be the first night in your new dorm or the first time in a new class - making friends with new people can be hard.

6. Dating.

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Learn how to say no to dates you're not excited about - it's worth it. Promise.

7. A whole new level of homework.

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You thought you had a lot of homework in high school? HA!

8. Finals Week.

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Whether it's your first finals week or your last, it's terrifying.