<p>How easy is it to make friends in college? I've heard all these stories that you don't even need to try because everyone is friendly and wants to make friends. I'm freaking out about it, all throughout high school I've have 1 friend and I rarely talk to him (he doesn't go to my school). I never hang out with anybody because I have a fear of talking to strangers and I also hate parties, drinking, drugs, swearing or anything of that nature. I hear a lot about how people are always drinking on saturday nights at parties and I don't want to end up staying in the dorm by myself. During high school I never hung out with people on fridays or saturdays, I stayed in with my family and watched tv or slept. I'm worried my roommate will be so incompatible that it'll be awkward as all get out, I feel bad for my future roommate. This freaks me out so much that dropping out has crossed my mind because of how badly I fit in. WIll I be fine in college socially?</p>
<p>Don’t worry, you’re definitely not the only one freaking out over this! I’m also afraid I won’t make any friends but just remember: put yourself out there and be friendly. Also, join clubs because that’s a great way to meet people with similar interests. If you’re working, that’s another great way to make friends c; good luck to us all!</p>
<p>I’ve never heard the advise that you don’t need to try to make friends in college because it just happens. It is true that people are generally friendly and willing to make friends, but if you stay in your room all day, it’s hard to meet people. However, there are A LOT of opportunities in college to meet people and make friends, but it does take a little bit of effort on everyone’s part.</p>
<p>Try to find activities that you are interested in and join organizations or go to events that surround those activities. If you’re interested in learning a new skill, try a rec class or an organization and chat with the people there, or invite a roommate or someone in your dorm to try it out with you. Learning something new with other people is often a great way to bond. If you’re more academically oriented, there are often organizations for different majors or departments, or you can try to set up a study group for some of your classes. Invite people in your dorm to try out a new restaurant or go for a snack run, and don’t turn down any invitations you might get. Another great way to meet people is to get a part time job at a location that hires a lot of student workers. I met a lot of people at work, and we’d start grabbing food after our shift or going out on weekends.</p>
<p>You can make friends at school who don’t really party or drink excessively (or at all), and it’s definitely possible to have a great social life without it. I’ve had great nights with people just playing board games or rock band. Or you can go out and do things like paintballing or bowling–fun group activities that don’t involve anything illicit. But you do have to be willing to try new things, initiate conversations, or put yourself in situations where you may meet people. It can be hard, but it’s worth it once you’ve found a solid group of friends.</p>
<p>lol I’m just like you, but don’t be worried! if your roomie is really bad just switch out, but most people that I know have become good friends with their dorm mate.</p>