For what it's worth, I went through college with this and it's not the end of the world. Tough, but bearable. Your real friends may notice it, but won't make it an issue.
Save up, my friend. You've got to start somewhere. Maybe start putting a few dollars a day in a jar. Sell some things (bike, video games, music, etc.) on ebay. Where there's a will there's a way. If you don't start with a goal and a plan, though, you're not likely to save up the money. Be patient and see it through.
Good luck.