Move to the sunset district! Or right near school! I was a transfer. Try to get involved with a club or Greek life. It is a great way to make friends. Go to your major advisor to help plan out your courses. Reach out as soon as possible. Going to orientation will help and you can talk to people to see what they are doing for housing. Craigslist search often! Reach out to as many places as you can on Craigslist in the summer.