It's finally the month of August. If you are like me, you are excited to begin school shopping, packing and planning. If you are the opposite, too bad, because school is coming for you anyway. However, I think most college students would agree it's time to return to our home away from home. If you need more convincing, here's a few telltale signs of "college fever."

1. Your Pinterest account is basically only dorm or apartment-decorating ideas.

The amount of money I spend on materials for DIY decorations is ridiculous, and then I end up messing it up anyways.

2. This image of a jam-packed car is somehow pleasing.

3. You have a countdown set for the day you move in.

4. You constantly text your college friends asking what day they move in and when they want to hang out.

So, you're moving in the 15th so you can help me carry heavy crap on the 16th when I move in, right?

5. You cannot stop online shopping for college accessories.

I need this throw pillow!

6. Loud residence halls or apartment buildings seem better than your too-quiet house.

7. You are ready to once again be sleep deprived.

8. You are working on your "back-to-school bod."

Meat for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

9. You begin to care about your appearance again.

10. Your email account and GroupMe are starting to get messages after the summer hiatus.

11. Learning doesn't sound totally disturbing.

12. Netflix cannot keep you occupied anymore.

OK, I've finished "Grey's Anatomy," "Gossip Girl," "Friends," "New Girl" and "One Tree Hill." What's next?

13. Stalking your college friends has become a pastime.

14. The food in your hometown can't compare to the restaurants around campus.

Chipotle over everything.

15. Football season can't come fast enough.

16. Every conversation revolves around school and your school friends.

"My friend from school..."

"One time during college..."

17. You actually miss the dining hall.

I swore this would never happen.

18. Your ears perk up anytime someone mentions your university.

What? What did you say about ISU?

19. Your planner already has your schedule written down in it.

And you're already stressing out about it.

20. You start breaking out your college T-shirts and fan gear.

If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, have no fear, because college is almost here. Going back to school is always exciting, but I know we will all be longing for home again come November. For now, start packing and embrace the upcoming semester!