Am I on the way to becoming an alcoholic?

You have a lot of things going on in your life - and you sound very young. Alcohol is a crutch that many of us use to try to "feel better". You are very smart to realize that you are heading toward a problem. I was in the same place as you many years ago - just out of high school and living in a new place. It takes a while to meet people - just stop and think - If you are having such a wonderful time at university - why are you looking for friends in bars? Get involved in something else - find a cause and devote some energy and time to that... The bars are fun - I'm not saying that you should not go out and "rock up"... Just find a few more outlets for your energy and interests. Good luck - you sound like a very intelligent young woman. I wish you the best.