Oh..college life is really tough.
especially if you went to a college miles away from your home. but it gets better don't worry...just enjoy these moments for now...
here's some ways how you can save money:
1. join an organization. Yeah it takes more time but you'll be exposed to a lot of people that can help you out with your english paper for example. Bonus! Food trip with your orgmates will be free...cause oh well its org funds...
2. live as close to tour campus as possible.
3. Buy in bulk. And take the chance when you go shopping with your dad. (>_<)
4. Get good grades. So that you always have a prize from your parents.
When I qualified for dean's list last year I got an all-expense paid trip to a popular beach here in my country.