When I first left for school, I was homesick, too. Everything was strange and new and overwhelming. However, I forced myself to explore the campus so that it would become familiar and thus less threatening. Then I made sure to talk to people in the cafeteria or library, but especially those I saw in my dorm. Once I started making connections with people, I felt less lost and less lonely. It's hard at first, but I wish you the best in this bold move!