If you’re not living in the dorms, you’ll likely feel left out and unsure how to make friends. I struggled to make friends my freshman year of college, with my commute being more than a half hour. It wasn’t until my sophomore year that I started to spend more time on campus and eventually got to know some students on campus.

Meeting new people can be a challenge, especially if you don’t live on campus. Read these tips that will help you make instant friends.

Join a club: Try to find a club or student group that coincides with your major. Not only will you likely meet people that take the same courses, you’ll make a strong connection with people who share the same interests as you. Sports teams also offer a great way to meet students who have a common interest with you.

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