<p>I wouldn’t consider a cell phone entirely necessary, but it’s useful.</p>
<p>Just on a cost-saving note though. Do you have any family members who might be willing to add you onto an existing plan? Usually it only costs 10 or 20 dollars a month or so for an additional phone, and you could send them a check instead of paying for a full plan just for yourself.</p>
<p>“I use paper cups connected with string. International calls are hell to set up.”</p>
<p>Hey, why hadn’t I thought of that? xD</p>
<p>Also, make sure u have some kind of text plan, I find that people text me more than they call me.</p>
<p>i agree with all the responses, especially the ones that talk about safety. when you get to college and you’re like “omg alcohol everywhere” it COULD be overwhelming (depending who you are) and you may want to have some sort of communication with friends if you need help</p>