alright, so I am currently in my fall semester of my sophomore year at a prestigious engineering school with 40,000+ undergrads. the main reason why I chose this college was mainly because of the academics, as I can complete a dual engineering degree in 4.5 semesters. however, I do not feel right at this school. I dont party and it is notorious for that. I cant seem to find a friend group to just hang out with, and it seems too late anyways. I can’t imagine being here for another 3 and a half years without a huge changeoccurring. also, I am not in any clubs due to my academic and work schedule. someone please offer me some advice on either establishing a friend group, or finding a way to actually enjoy University. 
Find time to join clubs of interest - perhaps something where you do something together (hiking, habitat for humanity…)
Film clubs can be fun, too, as are foreign language tables, because thy make people talk to each other. 
My son is also at a like university for engineering in his sophomore year. He didn’t see any clubs he liked so he started his own with another person. Most of his activities revolve around this, his job and school. Find a like minded club or activity with like minded people and you will meet people to do stuff with.
Volunteer or get a campus job. Great ways to meet people who aren’t going to be judgmental and who tend to be open-minded.
Agree with the others, join a club, get a job, get out and about. Maybe you need to rethink the dual degree thing. You can always go back after you graduate and take night classes.
It is never too late to make friends. You may think everyone has their group, but really that’s not true. Find your niche and your social scene.
There are other who feel the same way. College is awkward and uncomfortable, and it can take time to find a niche; you may not even find one this year.
It’s good to know how to be alone, though. College is a big change from high school, and it’s okay to feel like the odd one out sometimes.
I assume that your school is Penn State University in University Park.
If you don’t party, then go to a gym & workout & meet people there. Or join an outing club & go on weekend trips.
The real problem may be that you are overworked & worried about school work if you are earning two engineering degrees.
One of the best ways to make friends is to attend a summer session. People are more open to making friends because the Greek social life scene is not in operation at that time.
I assure you that there are 30,000 students who don’t party at your school…you just have to find them.
Not if its Penn State !
Of course, there are students who don’t drink, etc., but you really have to seek them out.
Transfer! Find a school where you will get an education AND be happy.
My goodness… definitely transfer!!!
Although nobody said majoring in engineering would be fun. And certainly not promised for one seeking to get a dual degree in engineering majors !
Try to get into a routine which includes exercise & a club/activity membership.
Keep your eye on the prize = dual engineering degree with lots of career opportunities.
If I am correct & you are at Penn State–University Park & paying in-state tuition, then you either have to make it work or look at Pitt to see if your major is offered there.
I cannot imagine one who would feel out of place at both schools since they are in much different settings.
Transferring during your sophmore year is difficult and really, most schools, even those with the best academic programs, are full of partiers these days. I really think it’s great that you aren’t like that and in the long run, you’re going to be a lot better off than your peers. All the advice you received here is fantastic and will help. I know it’s hard at your age, but if you can focus on academics by getting to know your professors, doing research, not just joining clubs but also taking on leadership roles, it might help and at the least, will make you a great job or graduate degree candidate. Also, don’t give up on your drunkard peers. Many grow up during their second year of school and can turn out to be pretty decent people.
Are your grades decent? Find a school that accepts transfers and will offer merit money in addition to aid.
Look at some LACs, maybe? There are several who have 3&2 programs if you want the graduate degree.
Rose Hulman
Earlham (has a 3/2 with Columbia or Case Western)
Valpo
Albion (3/2 with Case Western or U.Mich)
Wabash
Wooster (3/2 with Case or Washington U)
Dennison (3/2 with Wash U)
Kalamazoo
Trinity (CT) (3/2 with Rensselear or Union)
For the most part, these are not considered party schools. Maybe Dennison and Trinity a little, but… not so much it should bother anyone.
And here is a link (albeit old) about transfer-friendly LACs. The post is old, but still aligns with my understanding of schools that are considered more “transfer-friendly” today (look toward the midwest… Indiana has a disproportionate number of good engineering LACs which also happen to be reasonably transfer friendly.) Also some noteworthy ones in Michigan and Ohio.
http://talk.qa.collegeconfidential.com/transfer-students/617184-the-most-transfer-friendly-lacs.html
(And some input re:3&2 programs: https://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/the-college-solution/2010/08/31/3-2-engineering-programs-at-liberal-arts-colleges )
The school is indeed Penn State, University Park. I am doing fine academically, fantastic actually. I am able to pass all of my courses with ease so far, and I’m talking about Chemistry, Math, Physics, etc… I will try to find a club to join so I can meet some like-minded people. As for work, I am at an off campus family-friend business which i HAVE to be involved in. No co-workers except for the boss. Hopefully I can pull through so I dont have to (or get to) go through the transfer process. Thanks for the help!
@bodangles: any idea?